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The Multidimensional Observation Scale for Elderly Subjects (MOSES): studies in adults with intellectual disability
- Authors:
- DALTON Arthur J., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 27(4), December 2002, pp.310-324.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Describes the results of five studies aimed at evaluating the usefulness, reliability, and validity of the Multidimensional Observation Scale for Elderly Subjects (MOSES) in the assessment of change in ageing persons with intellectual disability. Three hundred and thirty-six individuals with an average age of 49.8 years, including an equal number of men and women, were participants in one or more of the five studies. There were 220 participants with Down syndrome, 81 persons without Down syndrome with intellectual disability, and 35 persons from the general ageing population who were clinically diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Results concluded that the MOSES is a behavioural observation scale that can provide useful information in clinical settings as well as in research.
Dementia-related care decision-making in group homes for persons with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- JANICKI Matthew P., MCCALLION Philip, DALTON Arthur J.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 38(1/2), 2002, pp.179-195.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias affects a significant number of adults with intellectual disability (ID), in particular those with Down syndrome. Many affected adults live in small community group homes or with their families. How to provide sound and responsive community care is becoming a challenge for agencies faced with an increasing number of affected adults. This study reports the outcome of a survey of group homes serving adults with ID and dementia, explores the onset, duration and effects of dementia, and speaks to the impact of these on planning for community care of adults with ID. It also examines emerging community care models that provide for “dementia capable” supports and services. Two models, “aging in place” and “in place progression” are examined, as well as “referral out” reactions, with regard to care practices and critical agency decision making.