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Direct linkHarman, Anthony D.; Sanderson, Helen – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2008
Much has been made of the advantages of active support and person-centred planning, both of which have gradually been evolving and changing over the last 25-30 years. The latter is now mandated in the UK as part of the "Valuing People" strategy on disability (Department of Health UK, 2001), and is also central to the follow-up policy…
Descriptors: Individualized Programs, Program Effectiveness, Foreign Countries, Design Requirements
Toogood, Sandy – Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability, 2008
Background: Active support (AS) was developed to help staff organise and deliver practical support for meaningful client engagement in everyday activities. Both the amount and momentary effectiveness of staff support for client engagement have been found to increase following AS training. Training typically consists of a combination of workshops…
Descriptors: Caseworker Approach, Caseworkers, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Attitudes
