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People with Disabilities (Satisfaction of needs (issues of concern)…
People with Disabilities
People who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments.
Prevalence
4 million in Australia
6.6%= 15-24, 18%= 45-54, 40%= 65-69 (years of age)
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Terminology
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person who.., impaired, person with..., 'living with', etc
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dub, invalid, 'special', handicapped, insane, retard,etc
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Assess to service
Types
of Services
Health Care
Service facility must be physically and financially accessible. Transport and 24/7 hours to cater to needs.
Counselling
Help with their sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Done by carers, staff or by a professional.
Accommodation
Modification to their home (e.g. ramp, security, appliances).
Community accommodations available= depending on location.
Education
Have diverse abilities and leaving needs.
They require special help, learning tools, books and technology.
Transport
Public= designed seats, ramps and boarding devices.
Designed parking spaces.
Employment
Support is critical, to help assist their needs.
Assist and promote the employment of people with a disability.
Financial
Pensions from work, sickness allowance, mobility allowance(transport costs) and assistance payments (children)
Legal Aid
Free services- help with challenging social, economic and legislation issues. 'Australian centre for Disability law' promote and protect their rights.
Factors
effecting access
Characteristics
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Gender
Disabilities are more common in males= reckless behaviour.
But women are more vulnerable to violence.
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Socioeconomic status
High SS= afford their own specialised equipment.
Low SS= on a long waiting list and are restricted from activities which need money
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Resources
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Energy
Vary depending on age and condition. which effects their decision to be involved in programs and courses
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Knowledge
Technology= opportunities to acquire knowledge. but does come with costs, which might limit their ability to know about services.
Aspect of Service
Opening Hours
Might not fit into schedule,
limited 'free time' due to needing assistance for everything.
Confidentiality
they have the right to having confidentiality (Disability Discrimination Act 1992). if not negative impacts= unlikely to seek work, access education, training and support networks.
Location
Urban communities= access to health services, education, support groups and government departments.
rural/remote places= travelling to gain assistance.
Staffing
staff members= training to help support people with disabilities, as they require help with paperwork and meeting government requirements.