and their families to lead independent, successful and happy live (Peacock & Rhodes, 2016).
and their families to lead independent, successful and happy live (Peacock & Rhodes, 2016).
Unit 4222-380 – Principles of supporting young people with a disability to make the transition into adulthood (LD311K)…
Specifically, when addressing intellectual disabilities, a plethora of training options are available, language training, socialization training, self-care skills training and academic skills training would all be potential tools to deal with singular and comorbid disorders. (Pg. 411- 412) Moreover, I would understand that I was part of a problem solving, collaborative team. A team comprised of my child, myself/spouse, physicians, mental health practitioners and educators. I would understand that a good working consensus would be paramount to the success and potential of my child's outcome. That educating family, friends and neighbors to marginalize or eliminate stigma, fears and ignorance would be of the utmost importance. Lastly, I would never cease to see my child's potential and to treat them as a whole complex living being rather than a series of clinical…
There are a lot of local agencies that people can call if they are in need of services for someone with a developmental disability. Some agencies will provide help to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, and they offer a many different services: Home care, housekeeping, respite, transportation, counseling, health services and even help building wheelchair ramps.…
The MWDDD organization for the mental health services supports and protects individuals who are developmentally disabled, and intellectually disabled, as well as their families with the efforts from our public policies. The organization for the developmentally disabled supports the rights of these individuals, as well as their families, and it is important to provide these individuals and their families with a voice when it comes to the local and state legislative levels. The different…
It is the goal of Stepping Stone and Rebekah Lynn Smith, a Program Manager, to provide the support needed for vocational and community interactions. She helps shape the future of the individuals with developmental disabilities that are enrolled in the day program by providing exposure to the community resources, choice, respect, individuality, as well as self-thinking, communication opportunities, and vocational skills training. She also provides individual consumers with the necessary support needed to achieve a more productive lifestyle, greater independence, and integration within the community. All these details intertwined together which will assist the individual consumer increase their level of their independency as much as their disability will allow them and while growing in a positive and caring…
This paper will explore four key pieces of evidence with regards to experiences of people with intellectual disabilities through appreciating evidence for practice. The research cuts across social exclusion in people with intellectual disabilities, substance misuse, personal independence and family involvement. It also looks at the…
In order to meet the needs for better services for the demographic of individuals with developmental disabilities the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) was formed in 1959. When deinstitutionalization and decentralization became a rising trend in the 1950’s, the families of the disabled became strong advocates for community-based alternatives to institutional care.…
Although there have been many improvements in the conditions which people with developmental disabilities have to deal with over the last few decades, I feel as though our state, and country still have a long ways to go. There have been many laws and programs put into place with the intention of helping these children and adults feel “normal” in society, but the public as a whole is still very uneducated on this subject. People with disabilities are still bullied in schools, work places, or anywhere else public. Educating the public and making public areas truly safe and comfortable places for people with developmental disabilities to be will be the next challenge to overcome. As students trying to get degrees in human development, nursing, doctors, counselors, and any other type pf degree that involves working with people, it is our job to educate the public too. The more the public is introduced to this subject, the more normal it will become; therefore, making life for people with disabilities more fulfilling and as close to what would be considered normal as…
Todd S., Jones S., (2005). Looking at the future and seeing the past: The challenge of the middle years of parenting a child with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 49, 389-404. 10.1111/j.1365-2788.2005.00675.…
The unit explores the meaning of learning disability and considers issues closely linked with learning disability support. These include an awareness of how the attitudes and beliefs of others affect individuals who have learning disabilities. The unit introduces themes of inclusion, human rights, advocacy, empowerment and active participation and also considers the central place of communication in working with individuals who have learning disabilities.…
The keys to success in working with students with Intellectual Disabilities are the instructional organization and the delivery. Instructing these students cannot be done in an unorganized setting but rather in a detailed oriented manner, with goals in place so that the student gets the maximum out of the class that they should. Taking into account their disability when planning the learning instruction has to be paramount in the instructors mind from start.…
In the United States, there are many people diagnosed with and affected by varying disabilities – some more severe and debilitating than others. Due to various programs, laws, and policies, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other programs, many funded through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHS), many advances have been made to improve living conditions, vocational training, and independent skill building. While many improvements have been made and a number of programs have been implemented, there are still problems with the availability and accessibility for persons living with disabilities. Through research, policymakers and influential stakeholders are able to gain a valuable understanding…
The nursing homes of adults with developmental disability should adhere to the civil rights and respect the values for people with development disabilities (Lavin & Doka, 1999). They should focus on a long term holistic health of the adults with developmental disabilities through participation in a team process that enhances and supports the lives of the people who have development disabilities. They should provide an understanding and special knowledge which impacts upon families, people and communities. The nursing homes of adults with developmental disabilities provide sufficient housing for…
(1999). Health targets for people with an intellectual disability. Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 24(4), 283. Retrieved from http://ezproxy.library.capella.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.library.capella.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=2731367&site=ehost-live&scope=site…
The inclusion of all children is essential for the individual development of the children. Children are able to socially interact with others and obtain new information relating to the differences each individual possesses. Children tend to compare and contrast themselves to others while noting the most obvious differences another individual possesses. The most obvious are atypical characteristics such as exceptionalities and disabilities that vary. Certain exceptionalities and disabilities may lead a child to develop disagreeable behavior and attitudes. This is common in young children who are beginning to develop cognitively. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act is responsible for the inclusion of all individuals especially…