A model for development
There is no one-size-fits-all method of designing and implementing an asset-based approach. At its core, it starts with the individual person and place, seeking to identify and build upon existing strengths, rather than impose an external framework or preconceptions of what is required to facilitate change.
Five key enablers or building blocks can support local areas in implementing the approach.
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1. Change narrative
Move from a focus on people’s needs to a focus on people’s and communities’ assets
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2. Map assets
Build and update a map of personal and community assets. Support staff to introduce asset-based mapping into assessment and care.
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3. Connect assets
Bring people and places together, through social prescribing, peer mentors, link workers and care navigators.
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4. Grow assets
Create the right environment for an asset-based approach to succeed.
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5. Monitor and learn
Develop evidence and simple measures which go beyond blunt proxy approaches.
