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Barriers to the NDIS for people with intellectual disability and/or complex support needs involved with the criminal justice systems: the current state of literature
- Author:
- SPIVAKOVSKY Claire
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 46(4), 2021, pp.329-339.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Background: This study synthesises current literature concerning the barriers to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) faced by people with intellectual disability and/or complex support needs who are involved with the criminal justice system, or at risk of (re)involvement. Method: Through targeted searches of key databases, 41 publications were identified from the scholarly and grey literature. Results: Collected literature raises three main barriers to the NDIS. First, there are (mis)identification and diagnostic tensions hindering eligibility. Second, there are problems with the planning process, including the impracticality of “planning for” chaotic situations. Third, there are market and workforce deficits. Conclusions: Research into the NDIS experiences of justice-involved people with intellectual disability and/or complex support needs is nascent and developing alongside an evolving NDIS landscape. Future research should focus on the effects of forthcoming developments designed to reduce the barriers facing these populations, including the Complex Support Needs Pathway, and workforce capabilities and market strategies. (Edited publisher abstract)
A review of the legislative and policy context in relation to looked after disabled children and young people in Northern Ireland
- Authors:
- KELLY Berni, DOWLING Sandra, WINTER Karen
- Publisher:
- Queens University Belfast
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 101
- Place of publication:
- Belfast
This review looks at legislation and policy in Northern Ireland (NI) relating to looked after disabled children and young people. Chapters cover: international rights-based legislation, including relevant United Nations policy documents; rights-based legislation in Northern Ireland; the local legislative context for disabled children in Northern Ireland; Irish policies relating to disabled children and young people who are looked after across children and family, disability and mental health policy areas. Key policies in youth justice and education are also discussed. The review then considers key trends identified, including whole child and family centred approaches; early intervention, multi-agency working, and user participation. The final chapter brings together the broad themes of the review indicating areas of commonality and difference across legislation and policy relevant to the lives of disabled children and young people who are looked after. (Edited publisher abstract)
Why is it important to consider so-called 'invisible' older people in UK healthcare?
- Authors:
- TINKER Anthea, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, 15(4), 2014, pp.187-196.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Design/methodology/approach: Using information obtained from academic literature, government statistics and other publications from relevant organisations, this paper discusses older people who are in groups that are not readily visible to policy makers and practitioners. The authors investigated one 'invisible' group each and comparisons and conclusions were then made collaboratively. The six underserved populations covered were older people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, those from LGBT communities, older prisoners, older people with chronic long-term mental health problems (in particular depression and dementia) and those who are homeless. The issues of health needs, access to health care and provision of services are discussed. Findings: Many groups of older people seem to be absent from statistics and from policy making. The paper suggests that there needs to be more research to identify the scale of any problems and how they may be solved. Practical implications: There are practical implications for health and social care professionals if they do not recognise that there are groups in society about whom little is known. Lack of knowledge and empathy may affect their approach to these groups. (Edited publisher abstract)
Treating depression in disabled, low-income elderly: a conceptual model and recommendations for care
- Authors:
- AREAN Patricia A., et al
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 25(8), August 2010, pp.765-769.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Ten percent of older people in the United States live at or below the poverty line, and the treatment of depression within this group is complicated by several factors, where poor access to resources, disability, and mild cognitive impairment are the main factors that moderate treatment effects. Interventions that not only address the depressive syndrome but also manage social adversity are needed to help this patient population recover from depression. This paper presents a literature review of correlates of depression in late life. In the review the authors propose a treatment model that combines case management to address social adversity with problem solving treatment to address the depressive syndrome. The case of a male patient is outlined – living in poverty, depressed, and physically disabled. The authors’ illustrate how the combination of case management and problem solving treatment can work together to ameliorate depression. In conclusion, the paper suggests that the combination of age, disability, and social adversity complicates the management and treatment of depression. Case management and problem solving treatment are interventions that work synergistically to overcome depression and manage social problems.