Nov. 07 : Independent Living and Social Inclusion
Josep Ruf
Independent Living Support Service Coordinatort «Me’n vaig a casa»
de la Fundació Catalana Síndrome de Down. Professor d’Educació Social a la Universitat de Barcelona.
Correspondence:
Sr. Josep Ruf
Fundació Catalana Síndrome de Down
Comte Borrell, 201-203, entresol
08029 Barcelona
Article received: 31.10.07
Abstract
After a few years of opportunities for independent living actually materializing for individuals with intellectual disabilities, the present situation may be analyzed to gauge the social access and community participation enjoyed by this group, as well as. Moreover, new prospects can now arise to serve as a focus for the individuals themselves, their families, their communities, professionals, organizations, and government bodies.
Keywords: Independent living. Quality of life. Social inclusion.
Independent Living Support Service Coordinatort «Me’n vaig a casa»
de la Fundació Catalana Síndrome de Down. Professor d’Educació Social a la Universitat de Barcelona.
Correspondence:
Sr. Josep Ruf
Fundació Catalana Síndrome de Down
Comte Borrell, 201-203, entresol
08029 Barcelona
Article received: 31.10.07
Abstract
After a few years of opportunities for independent living actually materializing for individuals with intellectual disabilities, the present situation may be analyzed to gauge the social access and community participation enjoyed by this group, as well as. Moreover, new prospects can now arise to serve as a focus for the individuals themselves, their families, their communities, professionals, organizations, and government bodies.
Keywords: Independent living. Quality of life. Social inclusion.
