Two specific purpose, special education programs serving severely developmentally disabled children and youth in Australia are examined in light of three evaluation studies. The paper concludes that such specifically targeted funds can result in a systems impact beyond what could be predicted from the relatively modest fund allocation. (Author/DB)

The current status of state mental retardation/developmental disability agency information systems related to day and employment programs for persons with disabilities is described. Data regarding the number and characteristics of persons served in various day-employment programs and the funding sources are summarized. Suggestions regarding data…