Table 2.

Models of early intervention teams

Models	Advantages	Disadvantages
Community team model	Availability of more staff Complements existing structures Inexpensive	Lacks target and focus No new expertise involved
Hub and spoke model	Easier to establish	Perpetuates existing problems within services Has no independent identity
	Fewer resources needed	Interface responsibility problems
		No element of ED
Standalone model	Incorporates ED Evidence-based care Allows staff development	Resource intensive Potential for isolation Loss of continuity at discharge
	Evidence-based care	Potential for isolation
	Allows staff development	Loss of continuity at discharge