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6 Why Use a Framework for Collaboration?

The Competency Framework for Advancing Collaboration (CIHC, 2024) can be used in a variety of practice settings as a foundation for quality teamwork, while providing a common language for team members to communicate.  Individual and collective development of the competencies can help drive quality, collaborative team-based care.

At the individual provider level

The CIHC Framework assists individuals by:

  • Defining a clear set of skills that they can develop to strengthen their contribution to the team;
  • Providing a language for exploration of teamwork;
  • Providing a framework for individual reflection as part of the team.

At the team level

The CIHC Framework assists teams by:

  • Defining a clear set of skills that the team can develop;
  • Providing a language for exploration of teamwork;
  • Providing a framework for team reflection.

At the person/family/caregiver level

The CIHC Framework assists individuals by:

  • Increasing meaningful engagement in care, services and discussions;
  • Helping service users understand the role of each member of the team;
  • Providing a tool for advocacy.
The CIHC Framework is the foundation for quality teamwork at the individual, team, and service user levels.

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