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The courage to look at the moon
- Author:
- BRANDON D.
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Today, 24.8.89, 1989, pp.16-17.
- Publisher:
- British Association of Social Workers
Reports on the birth of the Community Living Society in Vancouver and the role of the service broker.
The Scottish Translation, Interpreting and Communication Forum: good practice guidelines 2002
- Author:
- SCOTLAND. Scottish Executive. Scottish Translation Interpreting and communication Forum
- Publisher:
- Scotland. Scottish Executive
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 36p.
- Place of publication:
- Edinburgh
Participants or recipients - disabled people's involvement in a European programme
- Authors:
- POWELL Jackie, LOVELOCK Robin
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Social Work, 27(4), August 1997, pp.565-583.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Drawing on an evaluative study of UK participation in a European disability programme (HELIOS I), this article explores the extent to which, and the ways in which, disabled people were involved in the programme as active participants. The findings draw attention to the different perspectives of the programme's various stakeholders and are discussed in relation to two broader themes. The first of these is the involvement of disabled people themselves in any programme aiming to promote the full participation of disabled people in society. The second is the role and value of formalised networks as a means of promoting information exchange and learning as a prerequisite for promoting change in individuals and change in organisations.
Not perfect, but better
- Author:
- PILLING D.
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 16.6.88, 1988, pp.18-19.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
How tetraplegic Khalil Helawi benefited from the case manager initiative in Camden/Islington, under which a case manager acted as an advocate and organised a package of care for him.
International perspectives on disability services: the same but different
- Editor:
- YUEN Francis K.O.
- Publisher:
- Haworth Social Work Practice Press
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 141p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- Binghamton, NY
This book covers a range of topics on disabilities related to physical status, emotional conditions, and community settings. This useful introductory reference will help you develop culturally sensitive disability services both locally and overseas, and it will promote better understanding of people with disabilities. The book is an examination of services for people with disabilities as they exist in several countries. Until recently, cultural context was used to describe race or ethnicity, but this text recognizes people with disabilities as a worldwide community that is advocating for equality and respect. The book focuses on the need for human and social services that endorse capability and empowerment, promoting the person rather than the disability.
Direct experience: a guide for councils on the implementation of direct payments in children's services
- Authors:
- CARLIN Jeanne, LENEHAN Christine
- Publisher:
- Council for Disabled Children
- Publication year:
- 2004
- Pagination:
- 62p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Direct payments to parents of disabled children and to 16 and 17 year old disabled young people in their own right, form a key part of the government’s strategy for supporting families. This guide is based on the experience of 13 councils who met with the Council for Disabled Children over an 18-month period. It details their experiences, concerns, developments and successes. The guide looks at the reality of implementing direct payments services within a children’s legislative context. It will be useful for all councils working with direct payments, children’s disability services and the advice and advocacy services that support them.
Neither seen or heard
- Author:
- EATON Lynn
- Journal article citation:
- Search, 30, Summer 1998, pp.32-35.
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
The first studies from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation's Disabled Children and Young Person's Programme are now starting to be published. The author examines what they reveal about this often overlooked group.
Effective consumers and active citizens: strategies for users' influence on service and beyond
- Authors:
- BARNES Marian, SHARDLOW Polly
- Journal article citation:
- Research Policy and Planning, 14(1), 1996, pp.33-38.
- Publisher:
- Social Services Research Group
Draws on research undertaken as part of the ESRC Local Governance Programme investigating the objectives and strategies of mental health service users' and disabled people's groups. It distinguishes between strategies based on 'consumerism' and those based on 'citizenship' and provides examples of practical achievements by, as well as barriers to the influence of, service user activists.
Empowerment and advocacy: reflections on action research with Bangladeshi and Pakistani families who have children with severe disabilities
- Authors:
- FAZIL Qulsom, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Health and Social Care in the Community, 12(5), September 2004, pp.389-397.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The concepts of empowerment and advocacy, and how they impinge on power relationships for service providers working with black and Asian communities, are explored through the findings of a 20-month project carried out between 2000 and 2001 with 19 Pakistani and Bangladeshi families who have children with severe disabilities in Birmingham. This action research project evaluated an advocacy project designed to improve the quality of life for Pakistani and Bangladeshi families with at least one child with severe disabilities. The objectives included improving access to resources, services, information and support in ways which were non-stigmatising, and which were sensitive to the particular needs of the children and their carers. The present paper discusses four main themes: (1) advocacy and empowerment in practice; (2) issues of the efficacy of advocacy and of consultation within advocacy; (3) individual empowerment versus the families' needs; and (4) cultural and gender issues which emerged from the analysis of the study. The authors identify features of empowerment which must be addressed in advocacy services which are sensitive to ethnic differences. These issues must be addressed if services are to reap their potential to make a positive impact on the lives of the most vulnerable and powerless members of the community.
Social capital, social inclusion and services for people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- BATES Peter, DAVIS Fabian A.
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 19(3), May 2004, pp.195-207.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Both social capital and social inclusion have emerged as significant concepts for human services in the last decade and yet their inter-relationship remains largely unexplored. This article argues that, whilst they are similar in their vision for a healthy society, they adopt sufficiently different perspectives to stimulate and challenge each other. This can be well illustrated by reference to services for people with a learning disability. Commissioners and providers of learning disability services are encouraged through this article to harness both concepts in order to assist in the process of modernizing services and increasing life opportunities for the people they support. It is argued that it is not possible to understand the full consequences of adopting either theoretical position without an adequate understanding of the other. Examples are given of the implications of this for advocacy services, day opportunities, rural communities, transition and staff training.