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Working Towards Independence
A Practical Guide to Teaching People with Learning Disabilities
Janet Carr and Suzanne Collins
The authors describe, in non-technical language, the application of behavioural psychology to the teaching, care and development of adults with learning disabilities. It is the first text which provides both a theoretical background and well described examples for practical, hands-on work specifically with adults. Learn More1992, Paperback / softback, 9.06in x 6.22in / 230mm x 158mm, 240pp, CA$50.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-140-4 -
Listen To Me
Communicating the Needs of People with Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities
Pat Fitton
This book is written for those who have responsibilities for people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities. It considers how to cope with the complex problems of someone with this level of disability, interpret their needs, and maintain effective contact with all the professionals and organisations who deal with them. Learn More1993, Paperback / softback, 9.25in x 6.22in / 235mm x 158mm, 200pp, CA$48.95ISBN: 978-1-85302-244-9 -
Share the Care'
An Evaluation of a Family-Based Respite Care Service
Kirsten Stalker
Share the Care' examines the different ways in which respite care schemes operate, focusing in particular on the Share-the-Care service in Lothian and the experience of parents of children with learning difficulties of using the scheme, respite carers, families facing an extended wait for respite and families who withdraw from the scheme. Learn More1994, Hardback, 8.50in x 5.51in / 216mm x 140mm, 160pp, CA$75.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-038-4 -
Home at Last
How Two Young Women with Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities Achieved Their Own Home
Pat Fitton, Carol O'Brien and Jean Willson
This book is based on the conviction that people with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities have the right to an independent and meaningful lifestyle. Written by the parents of two young women with disabilities, it follows the attempts to help them achieve their dream of a home of their own, supported by twenty-four hour care. Learn More1995, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.10in / 232mm x 155mm, 200pp, CA$61.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-254-8 -
Developing Personal Safety Skills in Children with Disabilities
Freda Briggs
Part I of this book provides the information needed for an understanding of personal safety skills, and the considerations peculiar to children with special needs. Possible approaches for their protection are introduced. Part II provides practical ideas for developing safety skills in children and young people with mild to severe disabilities. Learn More1995, 224pp -
Good Grief 1
Exploring Feelings, Loss and Death with Under Elevens: 2nd Edition
Barbara Ward and Associates
Good Grief has been designed to explore and demystify the experience of loss - in different contexts - within the framework of the National Curriculum. Suitable for all professionals, carers and parents, Good Grief 1 facilitates the use of children's own experiences and encouraging improvisation and extension. Learn More1995, 276pp -
Good Grief 2
Exploring Feelings, Loss and Death with Over Elevens and Adults: 2nd Edition
Barbara Ward and Associates
Good Grief has been designed to explore and demystify the experience of loss in different contexts within the framework of the National Curriculum. Primarily designed for mixed ability secondary and adult education, Good Grief 2 will also be invaluable for many other statutory, professional and community organisations. Learn More1995, 276pp -
Parenting Teenagers
Bob Myers
Based on more than twenty years' experience, this very level-headed text is intended for all who have to deal with the needs of adolescents. Strategies are developed for problem solving and helping the teenager build self-esteem, responsibility and independence while at the same time keeping the carer's sanity. Learn More1995, 152pp -
Empowerment in Everyday Life
Learning Disability
Edited by Paul Ramcharan, Gwyneth Roberts, Gordon Grant and John Borland
This book takes a unique approach to empowerment, starting by examining the lives and relationships of people with learning disabilities, their families and friends. Questions are then asked about how policy making, service provision and state legislation might be implemented in ways which would provide for an empowered life and lifestyle. Learn More1996, Paperback / softback, 9.13in x 6.18in / 232mm x 157mm, 280pp, CA$65.00ISBN: 978-1-85302-382-8 -
Helping Children with Ill or Disabled Parents
A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Julia Segal and John Simkins
When a parent falls ill or becomes disabled, the pressures placed on family, relations and friends can be very great. Children, in particular, are sometimes forgotten as the adults struggle to cope, yet often have to endure enormous anxiety. The authors look at the range of issues that can arise, including guilt, anger, frustration and fear. Learn More1996, 256pp