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Showcase for Boulders Indoor Climbing Centre
- Author:
- JENKINS Lyndsey
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 109, Winter 2013/14, pp.17-18.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
This article describes an event held at Boulders Indoor Climbing Centre in Cardiff to demonstrate how climbing is being used to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of a range of different users. It explains how the climbing has helped one 21 year old who sustained a brain trauma when he was 16 years old. The event also explained how Newport City Council's NEET Project uses Boulders as a way of engaging with young people. (Original abstract)
When is a job not a job?
- Author:
- COLLIS Anne
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 106, Spring 2013, pp.3-5.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
Social enterprises have an important role to play in providing employment opportunities for people with a learning disability. However, some social enterprises may make claims that do not stand up to close scrutiny. The author takes a critical look at social enterprises, some of which actually provide very low paid work, volunteering opportunities, or operate as part of a local authority day service rather than providing real employment. (Original abstract)
Looking into abuse: research by people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- LOOKING INTO ABUSE RESEARCH TEAM
- Publisher:
- University of Glamorgan
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 118
A participatory research project which aimed to develop better ways for people with learning disabilities to find support after being abused and to prevent abuse. The research questions asked were: What do people with learning disabilties understand by abuse?; what are their views about abuse?; What help and support do they need to keep safe?; and what is the best way to help someone who has been abused? The study also wanted to learn more about how participatory research could work effectively. For the first part of the study, data were gathered from people with learning disabilities in Wales by means of individual interviews (n= 14), focus groups (47 people in 7 groups) and questionnaires (n=107). Data indicated that participants were aware of a range of different types of abuse and aware of the negative effects it can have on people but whilst they can identify strategies that could help to keep people safe and support them if they are abused, there seems to be a lack of education regarding personal safety issues. In addition they do not always feel that they are listened to and/ or believed. The study also identified important issues to consider when undertaking participatory research. These included: building and maintaining relationships, issues relating to how people are employed, practical issues such as money and accessibility and time. (Original abstract)
Independent travel training
- Author:
- GERRARD Stephen
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 108, Autumn 2013, pp.12-14.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
The Independent Travel Training Scheme (ITTS) operates in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. It provides acces to specialised travel training to help young people with additional education needs to travel independently to school, college, training and other social venues using bus, train and pedestrian skills. This article discusses the success of the scheme. (Edited publisher abstract)
How do people with intellectual disabilities view abuse and abusers?
- Authors:
- NORWAY Ruth, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 17(4), 2013, pp.361-375.
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Place of publication:
- London
This article explores the views of people with learning disabilities regarding abuse. Data were gathered via individual interviews (n = 14) and focus groups (7 groups involving 47 people in total), which were then analysed via a process of sorting statements into themes followed by group discussion and analysis of these themes. Participants expressed a range of views regarding abuse, some of which revealed strong emotions: a number of participants indicated that abuse could make people feel as though their lives are not worth living. The study found that people with intellectual disabilities can discuss their feelings around abuse and recognise the impact this has on their lives. There is, however, a need for improved responses to disclosures of abuse and the provision of ongoing support to address psychological issues. (Edited publisher abstract)
Remember the past: prepare for the future
- Author:
- FRENCH Miranda
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 108, Autumn 2013, pp.7-9.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
Two new innovative projects from Disability Wales are described. The first project, The Story at 40, is an oral history project capturing the experiences of six people with disabilities in Wales from the 1970's to the present day. The second project, Real Human Being, uses theatre to educate young people on the impact of disability hate crime. (Original abstract)
Experiences of families looking for housing for an adult relative with a learning disability
- Author:
- GREY Jill
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 106, Spring 2013, pp.15-17.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
Researchers at Bangor University funded by ESF, Mencap Cymru and Cartreifi Cymru have recently conducted research exploring the experiences of families across Wales who are looking for housing for their adult relative with a learning disabiilty. Parents spoke of their concerns about their own age which would prevent them from fulfilling their caring role. All of the parents involved found the process of looking for accommodation for their adult son or daughter to be time consuming and frustrating. Lack of appropriate housing was one barrier identified to individuals with learning disabilities being offered any real choice. At the end of the article the CEO of Cartrefi Cymru and the Director of Mencap Cymru provide some reflection on the current situation. (Original abstract)
Keeping safe and providing support: a participatory survey about abuse and people with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- NORTHWAY Ruth, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities, 10(3), 2013, pp.236-244.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
As part of a broader 3-year participatory research study, a questionnaire was distributed to 47 participants with intellectual disabilities attending an event and as a postal survey across Wales to examine what help people with intellectual disabilities feel they need to keep safe and, if they are abused, what support they need. From this, 107 (56%) usable questionnaires were returned. Respondents identified most strategies for keeping safe as being useful but were more likely to identify personal strategies rather than actions other people could take. When abuse does occur, having a trusted person to speak to and one who will believe you were viewed as the most important aspects. The authors noted that people with intellectual disabilities can identify personal safety strategies and their views and experiences should inform personal safety courses and staff training. They recommend that effective circles of support need to be developed both to protect against abuse and to provide support should it occur. (Edited publisher abstract)
Back to the future: developing competent residential services for people with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour
- Author:
- JONES Edwin
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Mental Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 7(1), 2013, pp.5-17.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The author offers a viewpoint on what needs to be done to develop competent residential services for people with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. He draws on several previous formulations. Although these have some differences in emphasis, their similarities are striking and they have a high level of agreement on core components. Together they highlight the need to work on various levels simultaneously, such as clear informed commissioning and professional clinical leadership with a focus on positive behavioural support (PBS) to implement a shared person centred value base. The author acknowledges that these ideas and concepts have been available for decades and are still valid but he does not think they have been fully implemented; hence his theme of “Back to the Future”. The discussion points to the need to continue developing small-scale, community-based services that have a clear value base and are committed to taking person-centred action. The paper focuses on the need to enhance service quality through the dissemination and implementation of PBS and discusses some key issues regarding this with reference to recent work in Wales.
Peer mentoring in the Real Opportunities project
- Author:
- GRIFFITHS Laura
- Journal article citation:
- Llais, 108, Autumn 2013, pp.18-20.
- Publisher:
- Learning Disability Wales
The Real Opportunities project aims to support young people aged 14-19 with a learning disability, severe and complex needs or an Autistic Spectrum Disorder through the transition to adulthood by offering a holistic model of support to help them lead as independent a life as is possible. It provides support and training to young people, their carers, and professionals to help with the development and delivery of a person centred plan. This article looks at the key role peer mentoring plays in the project and the benefits it provides to both the young people the mentors go onto support and the mentors themselves. (Original abstract)