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Outcomes of a Creative Ability-Based Intervention: Advancing Independence in Learners with Severe Intellectual Disability
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Annamarie Elisabet Wyngaard; Catharina Jacoba Elizabeth Uys – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2025
Background: When supporting learners with severe intellectual disabilities, teaching methods needs to be adapted. Vona du Toit Model of Creative Ability (VdTMoCA) aims to enhance participation and facilitate adaptive responses through targeted intervention principles. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the impact of an intervention programme…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Independent Living, Severe Intellectual Disability, Students with Disabilities
The Influence of Meaningful Activities in the Quality of Life and Functional Autonomy of Adults with Intellectual Disability: A Prospective Study during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Muñoz-López, Saray; Molina-Garcia, Pablo; Gutiérrez-Cruz, Carmen; Ubago-Díaz, Rocio; Romero-Ayuso, Dulce; Ariza-Vega, Patrocinio – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic might negatively impact the quality of life and functional autonomy of Spanish adults with intellectual disability, and meaningful activities could prevent this negative progression. Methods: This is a prospective cohort study in Spanish adults with intellectual disability during the COVID-19 pandemic. Quality of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Adults, Intellectual Disability, Quality of Life
Introducing a Nutritional App in Supervised Residences for Independent Living: Experiences of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Their Caregivers
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Janson, Astri Letnes; Moen, Anne; Aure, Caroline Farsjø – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2021
Background: Dietary challenges are common among individuals with intellectual disability residing in supervised living in Norway, and this is a major risk factor for health problems. The aim of this study was to explore feasibility of the nutrition tablet app APPetitus, among persons with intellectual disability and their formal caregivers.…
Descriptors: Nutrition, Dietetics, Computer Oriented Programs, Handheld Devices
The Role of Professionals in Promoting Independent Living: Perspectives of Self-Advocates and Front-Line Managers
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Pallisera, Maria; Vilà, Montserrat; Fullana, Judit; Díaz-Garolera, Gemma; Puyalto, Carolina; Valls, Maria-Josep – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2018
Background: Support from professionals plays an important role in helping people with intellectual disabilities to live an independent life. This research aims to analyse the role played by support professionals based on the perceptions of the professionals and self-advocates with intellectual disabilities. The research was conducted in Catalonia…
Descriptors: Independent Living, Administrators, Administrator Role, Administrator Attitudes
End-of-Life Care and Dying: Issues Raised by Staff Supporting Older People with Intellectual Disability in Community Living Services
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Wiese, Michele; Stancliffe, Roger J.; Balandin, Susan; Howarth, Glennys; Dew, Angela – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2012
Background: The aim of this study was to explore the current status of end-of-life care and dying of people with intellectual disability based on the experiences of staff in community living services. Materials and Methods: Focus groups and individual interviews were conducted, guided by grounded theory methodology. Results: The current status of…
Descriptors: Health Services, Caring, Independent Living, Ethics
Tensions around Inclusion: Reframing the Moral Horizon
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Clegg, Jennifer; Murphy, Elizabeth; Almack, Kathryn; Harvey, Anna – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2008
Background: Inclusion is one of four policies for people with disabilities in the UK. Criticisms of its three key attributes--mainstreaming, independent living and employment--are reviewed. Methods: This study of 28 young people, most with severe intellectual disabilities, investigated engagement with inclusion at their transition to adult…
Descriptors: Employment Level, Mainstreaming, Independent Living, Severe Mental Retardation