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Cummins, Robert A.; And Others – Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 1990
This follow-up study examined the daily routines and activities of 85 young adults with severe/profound mental retardation 4 years after moving to community residential units from an institutional setting in Melbourne, Australia. A more normalized lifestyle, increased daily variation, more community interaction, and greater parental involvement…
Descriptors: Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Followup Studies, Foreign Countries, Group Homes
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Ashman, Adrian F.; And Others – Australia and New Zealand Journal of Developmental Disabilities, 1990
A Queensland (Australia) interview survey of 19 rural and 31 urban individuals over 50 years of age with mild or moderate intellectual disability is reported. Results are reported for both groups in terms of access to and participation in community activities, self-care and independence, health problems, and economic situation. (DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Community Involvement, Foreign Countries, Independent Living
Thompson, Jane – 2002
This guide offers insight, advice, examples, and resources aimed at community education practitioners in the United Kingdom who want to establish sustainable community education and neighborhood renewal programs promoting active citizenship and social change. The following topics are discussed: (1) neighborhoods in crisis; (2) proposed government…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Programs, Check Lists