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Families of Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Policy, Funding, Services, and Experiences
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Título
Families of Individuals With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Policy, Funding, Services, and Experiences
Descrição
INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Autor
Amy Hewitt, John Agosta, Tamar Heller, Ann Cameron Williams, and Jennifer Reinke
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Ano que foi publicado
2013
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Tipo de pesquisa
Metodologia
This article summarizes (a) the status of research regarding the support of families who provide support at home to individuals with IDD, (b) present points of concern regarding supports for these families, and (c) associated future research priorities related to supporting families.
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Método de Pesquisa
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Principais Descobertas
It is essential that we come to a consensus on the operational parameters that define the term family support. This will guide data collection on the very basics of state and federal investments in family support.
Comentário Avaliativo
Finally, targeted research is needed on specific practices used to support individuals and their families, consistent with a consensus understanding of the definition of family support to identify those practices carrying the greatest promise for success in meeting the needs of individuals and their families and also with regard to the most efficient and effective use of public resources