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The continuum and current controversies in the USA
- Author:
- TAYLOR Steven J.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 26(1), March 2001, pp.15-33.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This article reviews policy developments in deinstitutionalisation and community inclusion in North America, and, specifically, the USA. The article starts with a critique of the continuum concept and the associated principle of the least restrictive environment, which have been used as conceptual framework for the design of services for people with intellectual disability. The author next examines past and current controversies surrounding deinstitutionalisation. The conclusion of the article briefly comments on the institution versus community debate and assesses the future of the continuum concept.
People with learning difficulties in from the cold
- Author:
- REVANS Lauren
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 29.3.01, 2001, pp.10-11.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The learning difficulties white paper for England has seen charities united in their praise for its aims and vision. But concerns still exist about the support provided to make the vision real.
The development of community care for people with learning disabilities 1913 - 1946
- Authors:
- WALMSLEY Jan, ROLPH Sheena
- Journal article citation:
- Critical Social Policy, 21(1), February 2001, pp.59-80.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This article explores from an historical perspective the emerging debates on the similarities and differences between community care and institutional care. While institutional care has been widely condemned, community care has been welcomed as offering greater opportunities for adults who have long term care needs. The article argues, however, that it is more helpful to regard institutional and community care as a continuum, and draw on ongoing research into the history of community care for people with learning difficulties to show that community care has a longer history than has widely been assumed, and that some forms of community care were as much motivated by a desire to control as they were by a wish to provide care. The article ends with some consideration of the relevance of such historical studies for modern understandings of community care.
Village communities: time for an informed debate?
- Authors:
- COE David, HALDANE Colin, JACKSON Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Community Living, 14(3), January 2001, pp.22-24.
- Publisher:
- Hexagon Publishing
Comments on an article by Jean Collins which presented a robust case for dispersed housing and condemned village communities for their separation from mainstream life. The authors, of Camphill Scotland, argue for a more informed and mature debate on the subject.
Whose review is it anyway?
- Authors:
- SULLIVAN Julie, HOOKER Marc
- Journal article citation:
- Community Living, 14(3), January 2001, pp.16-17.
- Publisher:
- Hexagon Publishing
Studies show that it is still far too common for people with learning difficulties to be excluded from review meetings. Argues for a new approach.
Nonverbal learning disabilities at home: a parent's guide
- Author:
- TANGUAY Pamela
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 267p.,list of orgs.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Proposes the existence of non-verbal learning disability, a syndrome in which verbal abilities are unaffected but there may be problems with social, spatial or motor skills. Provides practical advice on child-rearing for parents who believe their child may be affected.
it's your choice
- Authors:
- BEAMER Stephanie, BROOKES Mark
- Publisher:
- Values into Action
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 11p., sound cassette
- Place of publication:
- London
An interactive and accessible workbook, designed to involve people with learning difficulties, including those who don’t use words. It uses pictures and audio-tape to tell people about their rights to have choice and control and gives people ideas about how they can change things.
Making your days better: a training pack for people with learning difficulties
- Authors:
- BAINES Margaret, et al
- Publisher:
- Pavilion,|Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 55p.
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
This resource is is designed for use by self-advocacy groups and their supporters, as well as relevant practitioners and service providers. The use of the training pack is also for training sessions for groups of people with learning difficulties.
A Guide to services for adults with autistic spectrum disorders for commissioners and providers
- Authors:
- MORGAN H, JONES G, JORDAN R
- Publisher:
- Mental Health Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 24p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
This guide has been written for those professionals who commission or provide services for adults with autistic spectrum disorders. It may also be of interest to care managers; practitioners; and those wanting guidance on the range of services available, including GP’s, psychiatrists, psychologists, community nurses and social workers. The guide outlines what autistic spectrum disorders are and how common they are, and relates this to the implications for practice. It also sets out sources of information and looks at forward planning to meet the needs of adults with the disorder.
Trusting independence: a practical guide to independent living trusts
- Authors:
- HOLMAN Andrew, BEWLEY Catherine
- Publisher:
- Values Into Action/Community Living
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 47p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Developments in the independent living movement have tended, historically, to exclude people with learning difficulties. Access to Direct Payments and other benefits designed for disabled people is also problematic as people with learning difficulties are perceived as unable to make choices or take control of their own lives. This study looks at examples of people who now live independent lives via independent living trusts. It begins with the people and their stories and goes on to look at: what independent living trusts are; when they are useful; who can get involved; how an independent living trust is set up; and how an independent living trust is set up. Also includes a sample trust deed.