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Commissioning independent living : a guide to developing personal assistance schemes and support services

Author:

d'Aboville, Etienne, Living Options Partnership (Development Centre, King's Fund), and Prince of Wales' Advisory Group on Disability

Publication date:

1995

Abstract:

More disabled people are opting to run Independent Living schemes which allow them to control their own personal assistants. This report provides a guide to the different stages of setting up Independent Living schemes with appropriate back-up and support. It includes different models of Independent Living schemes, including trusts, and ...
Beyond samosas and reggae : a guide to developing services for black disabled people

Author:

Begum, Nasa, Living Options Partnership (Development Centre, King's Fund), and Prince of Wales' Advisory Group on Disability

Publication date:

1995

Abstract:

Over the past few years the low take-up of services by black disabled people and their general absence from user involvement initiatives have become a source of concern. Evidence suggests that poor access to information, communication barriers and inappropriate services are all factors preventing black disabled people from having their ...