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Felce, David; Perry, Jonathan; Kerr, Michael – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2011
Background: The quality of life of adults with intellectual disabilities living in the family home is an under-researched area. The current study compared indicators of household and community activity between adults living in family homes and those in out-of-family placements. Methods: Four datasets were merged to produce information on the…
Descriptors: Participant Characteristics, Place of Residence, Mental Retardation, Quality of Life
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Felce, David; Perry, Jonathan; Lowe, Kathy; Jones, Edwin – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2011
Background: The triad of impairments characteristic of autistic spectrum disorders and severe challenging behaviours are reasonably common among adults with intellectual disabilities. The aim was to investigate whether they had an impact on lifestyle among such adults living in staff-supported community housing. Methods: Data were collected on the…
Descriptors: Participant Characteristics, Check Lists, Mental Retardation, Autism