Quality here, there and everywhere: the application of a multi-dimensional learning tool to learning disability health services

The following paper examines the applicability of Maxwell’s (1984) Multi-dimensional Quality Evaluation model to community learning disability health services. The model defines seven dimensions against which the quality of any given service can be measured. Effectiveness, Efficiency, Economy, Equity, Access to Services, Appropriateness and Social Acceptability. A number of examples in relation to community learning disability services are given and discussed

Developmentally Disabled Elderly: Reflections of the Aging Network Workers\u27 Readiness

This study looks at the readiness of the aging network workers to work with the developmentally disabled elderly. The developmentally disabled elderly population will grow along with the rest of the aging population. As this occurs, the aging network workers may be called upon to work with the developmentally disabled elderly population. This study surveyed the aging networker workers to determine their attitudes and opinions in serving the developmentally disabled elderly population. Specifically, the survey looked at the attitudes and opinions of the aging network workers of the developmentally disabled elderly population in the following areas: perceptions of the field, meeting the needs, and training

Developmentally Disabled Elderly: Reflections of the Aging Network Workers\u27 Readiness

This study looks at the readiness of the aging network workers to work with the developmentally disabled elderly. The developmentally disabled elderly population will grow along with the rest of the aging population. As this occurs, the aging network workers may be called upon to work with the developmentally disabled elderly population. This study surveyed the aging networker workers to determine their attitudes and opinions in serving the developmentally disabled elderly population. Specifically, the survey looked at the attitudes and opinions of the aging network workers of the developmentally disabled elderly population in the following areas: perceptions of the field, meeting the needs, and training

An Analysis of Nutritional Services Available for Persons with Developmental Disabilities

Developmental disabled (DD) individuals are living longer, more normal lives in the United States. There has been an influx of DD individuals living in residential settings instead of the more traditional institutional setting. Consequently, dietetic professionals will encounter persons with DD in every area of practice. Nutrition therapy is becoming more important in the multidisciplinary treatment of DD individuals. Governmental legislation and community programs have improved the treatment and rights of DD persons over the past decade. Even with these advocacy efforts, DD persons are often not receiving the nutritional treatment they need. Common nutritional problems encountered in the DD population include obesity and related conditions, feeding difficulties, and residential dietary management. Future efforts of dietetic professionals need to focus on promoting the necessity of nutritional services. Through these efforts, the nutritional status of the DD population can be improved

A Blind Spot in Health Care Services: The Intellectual/ Developmental Disabled Population and Training of Primary Care Providers

The intellectual and developmental disabled (I/DD) population is exposed to barriers that prevent access to quality healthcare. One of the main barriers is lack of training among primary care providers to treat the I/DD population. Because this population requires further devotion when addressing personal health needs, it is necessary to understand how lack of training and experience for primary care providers hinders the I/DD population’s health. Primary healthcare providers need further training to obtain skills to provide adequate access for this population to reduce health disparities. Further training such as professionally facilitated courses on disability through lectures or seminars, discipline-specific training on I/DD population aspects, and exposure to working with this population throughout students’ medical education will provide the additional experience and clinical skills needed for equity of care. As primary care providers gain these skills, they will be equipped to meet the unique health needs of people with I/DD

Prospectus, June 20, 1984

COLLEGE FOR KIDS PROVIDES CHALLENGES; 4,045 enrolled in summer school; PC Happenings; Shakespeare Festival tickets offered; \u27Facing Changes\u27 series offered; Moodiness, Depression program set; Parenting styles to be PACT topic; Disabled among the best workers; Did You Know...; Growing up is sometimes scary process; New studies in greenhouse effect; No more placement delays; Murray makes movie fun; Good triumphs over evil; Gremlins are naughty but charming; Enjoy concerts in the parks; Classifiedshttps://spark.parkland.edu/prospectus_1984/1019/thumbnail.jp

One Small Voice, October 1987

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Fall River, MA One Small Voice Finding Ai

The Bulletin, February 1986

A newsletter published for Deaf Catholics in Green Bay, WI The Bulletin Finding Ai

Newspaper of the university of alaska southeast juneau campus

UAS wins clean bill of health, gets accreditation -- Students oppose pay policy, make tuition recommendations -- USUASJ pass budget proposal -- What do you want for X-mas -- Getting to college wasn't easy for new Miss Alaska -- Ketchikan edition -- Writing portfolio supported -- Substance abuse course opens at UAS, Ketchikan -- Ketchikan council logs many successes -- Lasse steps in as campus counselor -- Native art courses offered by Totem Center -- Ketchikan campus marks 35th anniversary -- Editorial: Vote no to pay plan -- President's message -- LETTERS: USUAS woes -- One look at Alaska breeds environmentalists -- Glasnost' and Archaeology in the USSR -- Mercer dazzles as Lady Whales fizzle in the 7th loss -- Angerman dreams of teaching after hoop career -- Personal