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New Hampshire Self Determination Project (Part 1)

For the Keene, New Hampshire region to redefine what community could be for persons with disabilities, they started out by looking at a set of 'simple truths' which recognised that while all communities have people with disabilities as members, barriers (with or without intent) have been put in the way...

National Forum on Natural Supports

The concept of natural supports is one that inadvertently developed from more traditional forms of supported employment, as co-workers themselves in a number of companies simply began providing supports for employees with disabilities.

Ralph

This short story by a parent reinforces the importance of relationships with family and friends for people with disabilities.

Beyond Group Homes

Trudy Van Dam and Fiona Cameron-McGill outline the reasons for Hornsby Challenge's move towards more flexible support services than those offered by group homes. The emphasis is on the needs of the individual and how the service best responds to those needs.

Disability and the multicultural dialogue

This article raises some complex and pertinent questions around the term 'multiculturalism'. Despite this, it is very easy to read. The author does 3 things really well.

Supports for children and teens with developmental disabilities in integrated recreation/leisure activities

Walker describes the issue of providing support to people in their leisure activities. She states that there are three essential components to such support (which are actually sound components in any inclusive situation): 1. supports based on a value and belief in inclusion (that is, all) 2.

Writing letters, making phone calls and hints on how to handle the media

A short piece for parents or parent groups which includes: when and how to write letters, how to deal with delaying tactics and an example of a letter. There is also a piece on the best strategies to adopt when making phone calls.

The changing role of the therapist: Early childhood therapy offered in natural environments

This brief article focuses on the supports needed for preschool aged children so that they can remain in and become part of their communities. The author discusses the benefits to the child, the therapist and the family, from providing support in the child's natural environment. Keywords: Professionals, Pre-school aged

Some reflections on community living, reform and personal conduct

An extensive analysis of the concept of 'community'. Kendrick argues that we should constantly think critically about our present ideas and passions concerning this concept, because "in this passion people's lives will be changed".

Constructive engagement: Improving family-professional collaboration

The authors set a framework for thinking about collaboration by taking a family perspective rather than a professional re-interpretation of it. They ask professionals to learn from the type of collaboration that goes on within and between families. Collaboration has three important features: 1.

Ordinary Lives