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A house is not a home
- Author:
- EVERITT Gabriella
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, December 2008, pp.36-37.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Dimensions, a charity supporting young people with a learning disabilities, have completed a study to find out what is necessary for these young people to achieve independent living. Fifteen young people between the ages of 18 and 30, their families and support were interviewed. This article discusses some of the findings, and what the young people learned from their experiences.
Lost in transition?: a home of my own
- Author:
- EVERITT Gabriella
- Publisher:
- Dimensions
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 44p.
- Place of publication:
- Theale
This publication draws on the findings of a research project to highlight best practice in supporting young people with learning disabilities to live independently, and provide practical advice for families about the key things they need to do to help their child to achieve an ordinary, happy life. The study interviewed 15 young people between the ages of 18 and 30, their families and support. Ten case studies are used throughout to illustrate examples of good practice, and the views of carers and supporters are also included.