Table 2 PSAT sustainability domains and definitions (Center for Public Health Systems Science, 2013)
From: Sustainability capacity of a vegetable gardening intervention for cancer survivors
Domain | Definition | Harvest for Health PSAT Score (% of maximum score) |
|---|---|---|
Environmental Support | Supportive internal and external climate for program, such as support or resources from champions or leadership within or outside of the organization; public support. | 5.9 (84.2%) |
Funding Stability | Establishing consistent financial base for program, such as variety, stability, and flexibility of funding sources. | 5.0 (71.4%) |
Partnerships | Cultivating connections between program and stakeholders, such as communication with or involvement with community leaders or commitment of community members. | 5.2 (74.2%) |
Organizational Capacity | Presence of internal support and resources necessary to effectively manage program, such as efficient management or staff and resources, adequate staff to complete program activities or goals. | 5.8 (82.8%) |
Program Evaluation | Assessing the program to inform planning and document results, such as quality program evaluation, reporting of short-term and intermediate outcomes, results shared with stakeholders, e.g., the public, funders, etc. | 6.3 (90%) |
Program Adaptation | Taking actions that adapt the program to ensure its ongoing effectiveness, such as adapting strategies if and when needed | 6.2 (88.5%) |
Communications | Strategic communication with stakeholders and the public regarding the program, such as increasing community awareness and generating interest, demonstrating the value of the program. | 5.6 (80%) |
Strategic Planning | Using processes that guide your program’s directions, goals, and strategies, such as plans for future resource needs, a sustainability plan, a long-term financial plan. | 5.2 (74.2%) |
Overall Capacity | Total Overall Score | 5.7 (81.4%) |