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Direct linkGray, Jennifer A.; Kim, Jinsook – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: A paucity of information is available on direct care workers' (DCWs') experiences with loss when their clients (people with intellectual and developmental disabilities [I/DD]) die. This study explored DCWs' grief experiences, their coping methods and their needs for support. Methods: A thematic analysis approach was used to examine…
Descriptors: Grief, Caregivers, Death, Intellectual Disability
Shipton, Leah; Lashewicz, Bonnie M. – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2017
Background: The purpose of this study was to uncover and understand factors influencing quality of care received by adults with developmental disabilities and/or mental health disorders living in group homes. Methods: The present authors conducted a secondary analysis of data from nine focus group discussions with adults with developmental…
Descriptors: Adults, Developmental Disabilities, Mental Disorders, Group Homes
Gray, Jennifer A.; Abendroth, Maryann – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2016
Background: The study explored the grief process of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (PWIDDs) as perceived by direct care workers (DCWs) and how such workers can guide and support PWIDDs experiencing grief. Materials and Methods: A thematic analysis approach was used to examine data from nine focus groups with 60 DCWs from…
Descriptors: Grief, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities, Caregivers
Hubbard, Kristie L.; Bandini, Linda G.; Folta, Sara C.; Wansink, Brian; Must, Aviva – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2014
Background: Evidenced-based health promotion programmes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are notably absent. Barriers include a lack of understanding of how to adapt existing evidence-based programmes to their needs, maximize inclusion and support mutual goals of health and autonomy. Methods: We undertook a…
Descriptors: Health Promotion, Youth Programs, Mental Retardation, Developmental Disabilities
