This page contains a list of references and resources that informed this model; as well as a list of organisations and individuals who contributed to the discussions, drafting and re-drafting and shared best practice examples to support this tool.
Summary of the outcomes that could be measured in relation to strengths-based approaches based on a study by Silovara, et al., 2025. Please note: this is an academic study and the language has been adapted to match this high impact change model.
In Nottinghamshire, the Strengths Based Team in Adult Social Care have adapted the Helen Sanderson Associates support sequence to suit their local needs. The Nottinghamshire Support Sequence (pictured above) is used to help their practitioners with support planning conversations, to ensure they are considering the full range of options to support people, building on their strengths, meeting their needs and managing risk.
