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Evaluation of Environmental Support in Group Homes for Persons with Mental Retardation.
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Meador, Darlene M.; And Others – Mental Retardation, 1991
This study of 32 adults with mental retardation found substantial differences in the types of environmental support provided in group homes after transfer from large state institutions. Differences in community adjustment occurred for residents placed in group homes with significantly different functional features. Several factors interacted to…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Adults, Community Programs
Habilitative Functions and Effects of Residential Services.
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Lakin, K. Charlie; And Others – Remedial and Special Education (RASE), 1986
Data on the status of residential services for developmentally disabled persons are presented, and major concepts guiding changes in such services are identified. The role of natural (least restrictive) environments in helping disabled individuals to develop both social and personal living skills is highlighted. (CB)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Community Programs, Daily Living Skills, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled)
Changes in Adaptive and Maladaptive Behaviour of Clients in Community-Based Residential Facilities.
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Bowen, Isla; Gerry, Margaret – Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 1995
An 8-year follow-up study in New South Wales, Australia, examined changes in adaptive and maladaptive behavior following relocation of 10 individuals with severe or profound intellectual disabilities from a large residential setting to smaller community-based facilities. The study found no discernible changes in adaptive behavior and substantial…
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns