Summary
This quantitative pilot study assessed recovery capital trajectories in clients of Level 2 recovery residences in Florida using the standardised REC-CAP instrument. Whilst recovery capital generally increased during residence, the analysis revealed substantial heterogeneity: older residents with strong peer group engagement showed better retention, whilst younger residents, women, and those with identified housing needs were more likely to drop out. Among those retained, employment, social support, recovery group involvement and higher baseline quality of life predicted greater capital growth, though family support needs were inversely associated with capital gains.
UK applicability
UK recovery housing and mutual aid provision may find the retention and engagement patterns relevant, particularly regarding differential outcomes for women and younger residents. However, UK systems differ in structure, funding and 12-step integration, so direct policy transfer would require contextual adaptation.
Key measures
REC-CAP (recovery capital) profile scores at baseline and six-month follow-up; logistic regression for retention predictors; repeated measures marginal mixed model for recovery capital change factors
Outcomes reported
The study measured changes in recovery capital using the REC-CAP instrument at baseline and six-month follow-up in 267 clients retained in Level 2 recovery residences. Outcomes included identification of demographic and psychosocial factors associated with retention and recovery capital growth.
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