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Telecommunications services for people with disabilities: statement issued by the Director General of Telecommunications
- Author:
- OFFICE OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- Publisher:
- Office of Telecommunications
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 23p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Contains recommendations to the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry for a set of measures which would ensure that people with disabilities are able to make full use of the telecommunications services that other people take for granted.
Housing, disabled children and their families
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
The majority of disabled children live at home on a permanent basis with their families. They have been identified as a group which 'slips through the net' in terms of meeting their housing needs. This finding describes how researchers at the University of York have carried out the first in-depth study of the impact of housing on the lives of disabled children and their families.
Equipped for equality
- Author:
- MARKS Olivia
- Publisher:
- SCOPE
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 68p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Aids and equipment can be the tools which ensure an independent lifestyle for disabled people. They can make the difference between active participation in and exclusion from society. This book argues that suitable equipment is a key to disabled people achieving equality.
Homes unfit for children: housing, disabled children and their families
- Authors:
- OLDMAN Christine, BERESFORD Bryony
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 86p.,bibliog
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
In-depth study of the impact of housing on the lives of disabled children and their families. Describes parents' perceptions of the impact of housing on their caring and parenting responsibilities; looks at disabled children's experiences of living in their homes; identifies housing needs particular to disabled children and their families; describes families' attempts to deal with unsuitable housing; and reports professionals' perspectives on meeting the housing needs of families with disabled children.
Housing options for disabled people
- Editor:
- BULL Ruth
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 278p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Describes the processes involved in rehousing or adapting existing accommodation for disabled people. Identifies the professionals involved and highlights the roles of occupational therapists. Also looks at: innovative ways of working out solutions to problems; user centred services; multidisciplinary cooperation to overcome problems; principles of good practice in adapting existing property; effective planning of a new housing project, from choosing the site to completion; and improving housing stock through government legislation and local planning department practices.
Don't leave us out: involving disabled children and young people with communication impairments
- Author:
- MORRIS Jenny
- Publisher:
- York Publishing Service/Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 80p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- York
Explains how the author and her co-researchers set about obtaining the views and experiences of thirty young disabled people, many of whom were described as having severe communication and or cognitive impairments, regarding the plans and provisions made for them by local authorities and others. Describes the practicalities involved, including gaining consent, planning visits, using facilitators, equipment and communication aids, and being with the young people. Also describes how the project established a reference group of young people who could advise the researchers as the project progressed.
Home front
- Author:
- EATON Lynn
- Journal article citation:
- Search, 31, Winter 1998, pp.28-30.
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
The parents of severely disabled children may face a constant battle in getting proper aids and adaptations in their homes, but success can make a crucial difference to families' lives. The author visited two families who have met with varying success in getting their needs met.
Moving and handling in the community
- Author:
- COHEN Phil
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 4.2.98, 1998, p.64,66.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Employers now routinely ensure that appropriate equipment for moving people is available in hospitals. Investigates the situation for nurses in the community.
Carrying out adaptations: a good practice guide for registered social landlords
- Authors:
- APPLETON Nigel, LEATHER Philip
- Publisher:
- Housing Corporation
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 68p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Guidance providing principles and advice for registered social landlords when carrying out adaptations to housing for older people or disabled people. Designed to be translated into the context of local conditions and constraints. Includes sections on: a user centred approach; setting the policy; liaison and inter agency working; providing resources; experience and expertise; identifying need; managing the process; assessment, evaluation and setting priorities; management of the technical process; VAT; targets and competition; claiming funding; getting value from adaptations; responsibilities as landlord for adaptations undertaken by others; and user participation and consultation.
A practical guide for disabled people: where to find information, services and equipment
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 185p.,list of orgs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Guide giving information about services for disabled people available from government departments and agencies, the NHS, local government, and voluntary organisations. Covers every need, including housing, money, opportunities for holidays and leisure, and many more. Includes phone numbers, publications and a list of organisations.