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Borders Finding Out project: employment workshop
- Author:
- BORDERS FINDING OUT PROJECT
- Publisher:
- Outside the Box Development Support
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 18p.
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
The Borders Finding Out project brings together people who have learning disabilities, families, people who work in services for people with learning disabilities and people who are interested in everyone having the chance to do what they want. A report from a workshop in Hawick on 16 November 2006 with the Fife Employability Team is presented. The benefits of people with learning disabilities working are outlined.
Getting work and being included
- Author:
- OUTSIDE THE BOX
- Publisher:
- Outside the Box Development Support
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
Outside the Box will be working with people in Borders who have learning disabilities and people with mental health problems, to look at what helps people get into work. The first stage of the project is looking at what helps people get into work and what the problems are and about different types of work. Ways to get involved in the project are outlined.
Commissioning person-centred, cost-effective, local support for people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE, EMERSON Eric, et al
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 54p.
- Place of publication:
- London
SCIE knowledge review on commissioning person-centred, cost-effective, local support for people with learning disabilities who are labelled as having complex needs and/or challenging behaviour. This review addresses concerns about the number of adults with learning disabilities receiving various forms of supported accommodation services who are living away from the communities to which they belong (ie, are ‘placed out-of-area’).
Factors affecting labour market transitions, sustained employment and sustained unemployment in individuals with intellectual disabilities
- Author:
- PARK Eun-Young
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 35(1), 2022, pp.271-279.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: Studies have reported difficulties in job acquisition and retention as well as unstable employment status among individuals with intellectual disabilities. Method: Chi-square, one-way ANOVA, and binary logistic regression analysis were employed to investigate the factors that affect the labour market transition of 374 individuals with intellectual disabilities. Results: There were significant differences in sex between the sustained unemployment group and the sustained employment groups; in educational level, between sustained employment and other groups; and in basic living security assistance received, between sustained unemployment and other groups. All psychological factors in the sustained employment group were higher than in the sustained unemployment group. Communication ability significantly affected sustained employment. Conclusions: Greater family support was associated with a lower turnover probability, and a higher educational level and greater family support increased the probability of retention. Developing family support systems may decrease the possibility of turnover and increase retention. (Edited publisher abstract)
Development and psychometric properties of a self-report instrument for the assessment of sexual behaviour and concerns of people with mild intellectual disabilities (SEBECOMID-S)
- Authors:
- GIL-LLARIO Maria Dolores, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 35(1), 2022, pp.134-142.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: This paper presents a description of the development and psychometric properties of a self-report instrument for the assessment of sexual behaviour and concerns of people with mild intellectual disabilities (SEBECOMID-S). Methods and procedures: The study included 281 people with mild intellectual disabilities. The psychometric properties were examined through exploratory factorial analysis, descriptive statistics, and reliability indices. Results: The exploratory factor analyses offered a structure with three factors: concern about the appropriateness of their sexual behaviour, sexual practices performed, and safe sex practices. The model presents an excellent fit (χ2/df = 1.10, RMSEA = 0.019, CFI = 0.997, TLI = 0.995, and SRMR = 0.065). General test reliability was good (α = 0.77, Ω = 0.76). Conclusions: SEBECOMID-S is a valid and reliable tool to obtain objective information about the sexual behaviour and concerns of people with mild intellectual disabilities. The use of this instrument will make it possible to adjust their training to their real experiences, making it more effective. (Edited publisher abstract)
Factors that potentially influence successful weight loss for adults with intellectual disabilities: a qualitative comparison
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 25(4), 2021, pp.458-475.
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Place of publication:
- London
Background: People with intellectual disabilities are more at risk of obesity than the general population. Emerging literature indicates that multicomponent interventions are most effective, however, individual results are variable and little research exists as to why this is the case. Methods: Focus groups were conducted to explore lived experiences between two groups of adults with intellectual disabilities; an overweight group (n = 6) and a group identified as successful in losing weight (n = 6). Similarities and differences were explored across four domains. Transcripts were produced and analysed using Theoretical Thematic Analysis. Results: Similarities included service centre supports, basic food knowledge and issues restricting independence. The successful weight loss group had also internalised health messages, engaged with external reinforcement programmes, responded to positive feedback and demonstrated healthier dietary habits. Conclusion: Weight management interventions would benefit from understanding the influence that internalisation of health messages, effective reinforcement systems and positive feedback can have on supporting the adoption of healthier habits. (Edited publisher abstract)
Shadowing as a qualitative research method for intellectual disability research: opportunities and challenges
- Authors:
- VAN DER WEELE Simon, BREDEWOLD Femmianne
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 46(4), 2021, pp.340-350.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Background: While qualitative research on intellectual disability is on the rise, researchers have frequently reported that their methods bring methodological and ethical challenges. The authors advance shadowing as an alternative method to respond to these concerns. Method: The authors draw on their experiences with shadowing on the basis of two separate studies respectively, involving 28 and 17 people with intellectual disabilities. Results: Four distinct advantages of shadowing are presented: it is flexible, gives unique insight in daily life experiences, can aid in giving “voice” to people with intellectual disabilities, and can aid in the pursuit of inclusive research. Three challenges of shadowing research were also identified, relating to ethical approval, privacy and role confusion. Conclusions: Shadowing is a promising method for intellectual disability research, as it allows researchers to garner data virtually inaccessible with other methods. It is particularly useful for research questions about everyday life and interpersonal relationships. (Edited publisher abstract)
Deaths of people with intellectual disabilities: analysis of deaths in England from COVID-19 and other causes
- Authors:
- HESLOP Pauline, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 34(6), 2021, pp.1630-1640.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: People with intellectual disabilities experience significant health inequities. The aim of this report is to understand the circumstances leading to death from COVID-19 in people with intellectual disabilities. Method: Local areas in England prioritised reviewing 200 deaths of adults with intellectual disabilities. Of these, approximately 80% were required to be deaths from suspected or confirmed COVID-19 as this was the focus of the study; the remainder from other causes. All deaths occurred between 2 March2020 and 9 June 2020. Results: People with intellectual disabilities differed from the general population in their symptoms of COVID-19 and age at death. The overall quality of care was rated similar to other deaths of people with intellectual disabilities. Concerns were raised relating to recognising acute deterioration and do not attempt cardio-pulmonary resuscitation decisions. Conclusions: Service improvements are indicated in the ways in which people with intellectual disabilities encounter COVID-19 and experience the disease. (Edited publisher abstract)
Hidden lives and deaths: the last months of life of people with intellectual disabilities living in long-term, generic care settings in the UK
- Authors:
- TODD Stuart, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 34(6), 2021, pp.1489-1498.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Rationale: This paper concerns mortality and needs for end-of-life care in a population of adults with ID living in generic care homes. Methods: Various sampling strategies were used to identify a difficult to find a population of people with ID in generic care homes. Demographic and health data were obtained for 132 people with ID. This included the Surprise Question. At T2, 12 months later, data were obtained on the survival of this sample. Findings: The average age was 68.6 years, and the majority were women (55.3%). Their health was typically rated as good or better. Responses to the Surprise Question indicated that 23.3% respondents might need EoLC. At T2, 18.0% of this population had died. The average of death was 72.2 years. The majority died within the care setting (62.9%). Implications: The implications for end-of-life care and mortality research are discussed. (Edited publisher abstract)
The impact of austerity measures on people with intellectual disabilities in England
- Authors:
- FORRESTER-JONES Rachel, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Long-Term Care, August 2021, pp.241-255. Online only
- Publisher:
- King's College London
- Place of publication:
- London
Context: UK austerity measures following the 2008 financial crisis included budget reductions for health and social care. This study aimed to investigate the extent to which austerity-measures had impacted the lives of people with intellectual disabilities in England, and whether their support costs were associated with their characteristics, needs and outcomes. Objectives: this paper reports on what services people with intellectual disabilities were using, whether they had lost care, the costs of their support, and what impact any loss of benefits and services had on individuals’ lives. Methods: 150 participants with intellectual disabilities across England were interviewed about their services and their well-being. Service and individual support costs were calculated. Statistical and thematic analyses were employed. Results: The largest proportion (42%) of the sample had lost care. 14% had experienced changed care, and care had remained the same for 36%. Only 7% said their care had improved. No associations were found between costs and characteristics and needs except for whether the person had mild or severe intellectual disabilities. Those who had lost care engaged in fewer activities and had significantly lower self-esteem and quality-of-life scores compared with those who had not lost care. Loss of care impacted on individuals’ independence and future aspirations. Limitations: A comparative study of austerity impacts across the whole of England was not possible. The costs data may be underestimated because full information on support from home, key, or support workers was unavailable. Implications: In attempting to mitigate against COVID-19 impacts on people with intellectual disabilities, policy-decisions will need to consider the backlog of a decade of cuts. (Edited publisher abstract)