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How the Religious Community Can Support the Transition to Adulthood: A Parent's Perspective.
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Hornstein, Becca – Mental Retardation, 1997
The mother of a young adult with autism suggests ways that religious communities, especially their family's Jewish community, can help in the transition of young people with developmental disabilities to adulthood. She urges inclusion in religious schools, provision of workshops and support systems for young adults and their families, and…
Descriptors: Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Judaism, Religious Organizations
Workplace Culture, Social Interactions, and Supports for Transition-Age Young Adults.
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Butterworth, John; Hagner, David; Helm, David T.; Whelley, Teresa A. – Mental Retardation, 2000
This paper reports results of a qualitative study of the workplace experiences of eight young adults with developmental disabilities. Four characteristics of supportive workplaces were identified: (1) multiple context relationships; (2) specific social opportunities; (3) a personal and team-building management style; and (4) interdependent job…
Descriptors: Developmental Disabilities, Quality of Working Life, Social Integration, Supported Employment