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Experiences and needs of direct support staff working with people with intellectual disabilities during the COVID‐19 pandemic: a thematic analysis
- Authors:
- EMBREGTS Petri J.C.M., TOURNIER Tess, FRIELINK Noud
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 34(2), 2021, pp.480-490.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Background: The present study aimed to explore the experiences and needs of direct support staff during the initial stage of the COVID‐19 lockdown in the Netherlands. Method: Overall, eleven direct support staff were recruited from five intellectual disability services to participate in this descriptive qualitative study. They recorded 34 audio messages during the considered period. Thematic analysis was used to analyse these audio recordings. Results: Four themes emerged: (1) Emotional impact, which pertained to various emotions they experienced in their work; (2) Cognitive impact, which referred to challenges and changes they had undergone in their work; (3) Practical impact, which centred on the practical impact of the pandemic on their work; and (4) Professional impact, which concerned their experiences with other professionals. Conclusions: This study provides valuable insights into the experiences and needs of direct support staff during the COVID‐19 pandemic, which, in turn, can help inform practice in preparation for a second wave of COVID‐19 or another future pandemic. (Edited publisher abstract)
An abuse of marriage
- Author:
- SAMUEL Mithran
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.3.11, 2011, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Drawing on guidance from the government's Forced Marriage Unit, the author provides advice to help identify cases of forced marriage of people with learning disabilities. A short description of a Beverley Lewis House, a refugee for women with learning disabilities who are victims of forced marriage is also included.
The 'practical idealist'
- Author:
- VALIOS Natalie
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 25.6.09, 2009, p.28.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Lucy Bolden, who works for the disability charity Papworth Trust, has been recognised as an Excellence Network champion by Community Care. This article looks at her commitment and work with the Foundations for Living project.
Safely into dock?
- Author:
- RHEAD Adrian
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 13.3.97, 1997, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
People with learning difficulties are particularly vulnerable in the criminal justice system. Explains how social workers can support them.
Responding to the sexual concerns of persons with disabilities
- Author:
- SANDOWSKI Carol
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Work and Human Sexuality, 8(2), 1993, pp.29-43.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- London
Social workers can be instrumental in helping clients with disabilities affirming their sexuality. Addresses sexual issues facing people with disabilities and discusses strategies for social workers to assist these clients with their sexual concerns.
Support, respect and value: the keys to high staff morale
- Author:
- HARRIS Philip
- Journal article citation:
- Community Living, October 1992, pp.12-13.
- Publisher:
- Hexagon Publishing
Reports on the establishment of a staff support group in a community-based service for people with challenging behaviour.
Working without labels
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Today, 29.3.90, 1990, pp.20-21.
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
A multidisciplinary group discuss how changes in service provision to people with learning difficulties will affect social workers and nurses.
An audit of the well-being of staff working in intellectual disability settings in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Authors:
- McMAHON Martin, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 25(4), 2020, pp.237-246.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) has infected millions of people worldwide. Individuals with intellectual disability are at a disproportionate risk of mortality, given the health inequalities they experience. This puts a significant burden of responsibility on staff who support these individuals. Consequently, this study aims to establish a baseline of the well-being of staff working in intellectual disability services in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic. Design/methodology/approach: An online survey was carried out using the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory, a brief measure of depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) and a brief measure of anxiety (General Anxiety Disorder-7). Findings: In total, 285 staff in the Republic of Ireland completed the survey. These staff reported moderate levels of personal and work-related burnout and mild levels of anxiety and depression. Higher mean scores were recorded across scales from staff who worked in independent living settings and from staff who supported individuals with challenging behaviour. Originality/value: This study, an audit, provides initial data on the well-being of staff working with individuals with intellectual disability in Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights that employers need to consider staff well-being, given the levels of personal and work-related burnout, and anxiety and depression that were found. This is particularly true for staff who work in independent living settings and with adults with challenging behaviour. Future research should focus on proactive strategies for improving staff well-being in the short term, given the current resurgence of COVID-19 in Ireland. (Edited publisher abstract)
Choice, autonomy and the reality
- Author:
- ROBENS Sarah
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Matters (e-Magazine), March 2014, Online only
- Publisher:
- The College of Social Work
Drawing on the results of a recent scoping review by David Sims and Sandra Cabrita, the author looks at how personalisation is having an impact on people with learning disabilities and transforming the role of the social worker. It focuses on the areas of: choice and control, and autonomy and independence. Additional relevant resources published by Research in Practice for Adults are also highlighted. (Original abstract)
Mediation and mental incapacity: a case study
- Author:
- LEWIS Jackie
- Journal article citation:
- Family Law, 36, April 2006, pp.327-329.
- Publisher:
- Jordan
This article reports on the case study of a women with learning disabilities who is removed from her parents home to sheltered housing by social services. The parents take legal action to get their daughter returned to their care. After a long process mediation is suggested as an alternative. The article briefly describes the process of mediation and the different parties positions.