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Zaagsma, Miriam; Koning, Mark H. M.; Volkers, Karin M.; Schippers, Alice P.; Hove, Geert – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2022
Background: Professional support for people with intellectual disabilities is increasingly provided remotely. This study explores what support staff of the Dutch remote support service DigiContact experience as distinctive aspects of their job as a remote support professional. Method: Semi-structured interviews were held with 10 DigiContact…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Caregivers, Work Environment, Work Experience
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Werner, Shirli; Holler, Roni – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: People with intellectual disabilities have the right to live in the community. As social workers have an important role in decisions regarding residential settings, this study examined their recommendations regarding residential living arrangements of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Method: Using a factorial survey approach…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Social Work, Caseworkers, Intellectual Disability
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Vigna, Elisa; Beyer, Stephen; Meek, Andrea – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2023
Background: People with an intellectual disability and/or autism experience low employment rates compared to the general population. This study shows what the determinants of success are in getting this group of young people into paid employment. Method: The research is based on data collected on 1008 young people, aged 16-25, participating in the…
Descriptors: Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Employment Potential, Employment Patterns
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Rae Morris; Jennifer Christianson-Barker; Tim Stainton; Rachel Mills; Chris Rowley; John Cox; Monica Schroeder; Rachelle Hole – Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 2024
Background: A multi-phase Canadian study was conducted as part of a large-scale community and academic research partnership focused on understanding and improving the employment experiences of people with intellectual disabilities. Method: This multi-method study utilized a sequential approach, using findings from qualitative interviews (n = 28)…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Partnerships in Education, Intellectual Disability, Developmental Disabilities