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'It's my life' autonomy and people with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- BJORNSDOTTIR Kristin, STEFANSDOTTIR Guorun V., STEFANSDOTTIR Astriour
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 19(1), 2015, pp.5-21.
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Place of publication:
- London
This article discusses autonomy in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. The article draws on inclusive research in Iceland with 25 women and 16 men and employs ideas of relational autonomy from the perspectives of the Nordic relational approach to disability. In this article, the authors examine autonomy in relation to private life, that is, homes and daily activities. The article demonstrates how practices have improved with time and seem less paternalistic. However, the article also demonstrates that the assistance people with intellectual disabilities receive in their homes often has institutional qualities, and they are often met with belittling perspectives from staff and family members. Furthermore, many did not have access to important information needed to develop individual autonomy and independence, including making their own choices. The research findings suggest that people with intellectual disabilities can with appropriate support develop individual autonomy and make their own choices. (Edited publisher abstract)
Fostering independence in health-promoting exercise
- Authors:
- LYNNES Michelle D., DOUG Nichols, TEMPLE Viviene A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, 13(2), June 2009, pp.143-159.
- Publisher:
- Sage
- Place of publication:
- London
The Integrated Model of Physical Activity and Disability was used to design a strength and aerobic exercise program for adults with intellectual disability participating in Special Olympics. This study examined the extent to which four participants could acquire exercise skills in a face-to-face context and apply these skills at home with indirect support. Adherence to the program, as well as program satisfaction, was examined. Participants were able to acquire the strength skills and most were able to use these skills at home with minimal support. The participants liked the approach, in particular the individualized planning and follow-up via telephone calls. These participants were able to use an exercise DVD independently at home and three of the four participants showed a threefold increase in exercise frequency. The utility of the approach lies in the capacity to extend the reach of face-to-face programs beyond tangible constraints such as facilities and staff availability.
What makes an ideal support person?
- Author:
- FURZE Yvonne
- Journal article citation:
- Learning Disability Today, December 2008, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
The author describes a project that set out to discover what skills, knowledge and attitudes people who had a learning disability wanted in the workers who were enabling them to live more independently. The project highlights the difference between a carer and an enabler.
How acquiring basic skills should be part of everyday life
- Author:
- CAIRNS Teresa
- Journal article citation:
- Adults Learning, 13(3), November 2001, pp.20-22.
- Publisher:
- National Institute for Adult Continuing Education
The Elfrida Society has recently completed an action research project exploring ways of embedding basic skills learning within the development of independent living. This was part of the NIACE-managed Basic Skills for Inclusive Living initiative, funded through the Department for Education and Employment (DfEE). Reports on the project.
'Low support' options for people with learning difficulties
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Most people with learning difficulties have little choice of housing and support options; residential care continues to dominate. This is a particular problem for people seen as relatively low priority for community care packages, with few effective 'low support' alternatives to residential care being developed. The 'living support networks' provided by KeyRing offer one possible model for such services. According to the research described this model provides reliable, affordable support in a way that is liked by those who use the service.
Community services available to older adults with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- BUYS Laurie, RUSHWORTH Jennifer S.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 22(1), March 1997, pp.29-37.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
As older adults with intellectual disabilities live longer and reside in community-based accommodation, the availability of support programmes and services becomes important to the maintenance of independent living. One hundred and sixty-two community-based organisations in Brisbane, Australia, that assist older adults or people with intellectual disabilities were surveyed regarding the types of programmes offered to older adults with intellectual disabilities. Reports on the services provided by these agencies.
Independent living for adults with mental handicap: a place of my own
- Author:
- FLYNN Margaret C.
- Publisher:
- Cassell Educational
- Publication year:
- 1989
- Pagination:
- 151p., tables, bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Research study focussing in detail on nine people, their life-style and the support they receive. Guidance for policy and practice for successful placement of people are discussed in view of the findings.
Older women with intellectual disabilities: overcoming barriers to autonomy
- Authors:
- STRNADOVA Iva, EVANS David
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disabilities, 12(1), 2015, pp.12-19.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
This study aimed to identify factors both limiting and contributing to a perception of autonomy held by older-aged women with intellectual disabilities. A total of 55 older women with intellectual disabilities resident in New South Wales (Australia) and Czech Republic (Europe) took part in the study. The women were recruited via support groups, employment agencies for persons with disabilities, day centres, sheltered workshops, self-advocacy groups, and nongovernmental organizations. The women were interviewed and the data from the interviews were analysed following a grounded theory approach. The study identified two factors with potential to limit autonomy of women with intellectual disabilities: (1) intra-individual factors (e.g., health issues); and (2) environmental factors (e.g., living arrangements, finances). Drawing on responses from the women, the authors propose factors that may have a potential to strengthen autonomy among these women. The implications of the findings were reviewed and it is suggested that families and service providers should be made aware of ways to support autonomy of older women with intellectual disabilities. (Edited publisher abstract)
A home of my own: report from visits to people with learning disabilities who are living in care homes which are registered with the Care Commission as having more than 20 places: June to September 2010
- Author:
- MENTAL WELFARE COMMISSION FOR SCOTLAND
- Publisher:
- Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 29p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
One of the ways in which the Mental Welfare Commission monitors individual care and treatment is through visit programmes in a range of settings throughout Scotland. These visits take place at home, in hospital or in any other setting where care and treatment is being delivered. This report presents findings from a programme of national themed visits to people with learning disabilities living in the larger residential care homes registered with the Care Commission as having more than 20 places. The visits are designed to assess and compare care and treatment for particular groups of people across Scotland. This report provides an overview of findings from a series of visits in Scotland between June and September 2010. Positive outcomes from the visits showed that people had pleasant homely bedrooms where they could spend time with their personal belongings, music, and TV and had some choice in the décor or furnishings. There was good access to primary health care services and Community Learning Disability Teams in nearly all units. However, communal units were less homely.
Our lives, our communities: promoting independence and inclusion for people with learning difficulties
- Authors:
- HART Craig, et al
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 46p.
- Place of publication:
- York
Examining the issue of independence and inclusion, this study shows how 15 adults with learning difficulties live and what they think about their lives. Researched by people with learning difficulties themselves, the report compares experiences of living with parents, living independently in the community and living in a ‘village community’. Independence, choice and control were important themes in the study. The report makes recommendations to promote independence and inclusion for people with learning difficulties. The ethics and practicalities of user-controlled research are described.