An Introduction to Rehabilitation of Severely Handicapped Homebound Persons.

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Title: An Introduction to Rehabilitation of Severely Handicapped Homebound Persons.
Language: English
Authors: Rice, B. Douglas, Arkansas Univ., Fayetteville. Arkansas Rehabilitation Research and Training Center.
Availability: Arkansas Rehabilitation Research and Training Center, Hot Springs Rehabilitation Center, Hot Springs, AR 71901 ($3.00)
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 28
Publication Date: 1979
Document Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Community Organizations, Community Resources, Delivery Systems, Employment, Guides, Homebound, Legislation, Models, Normalization (Handicapped), Public Agencies, Rehabilitation, Services, Severe Disabilities, Special Programs
Geographic Terms: U.S.; Arkansas
Abstract: This manual is intended as a resource document for those who train others about homebound individuals and the services available to them. Subjects addressed include (1) identification of homebound persons; (2) legislation and the severely handicapped (covering comprehensive services, centers for independent living, services for the older blind, and protection and advocacy of rights for the handicapped); (3) general information about services to the homebound; (4) models of homebound service programs; (5) employment opportunities; (6) modifications of jobs for the homebound; and (7) implications for rehabilitation agencies. A list of resources and programs and a bibliography are appended. (CP)
Journal Code: RIEMAY1980
Entry Date: 1980
Accession Number: ED179773
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This manual is intended as a resource document for those who train others about homebound individuals and the services available to them. Subjects addressed include (1) identification of homebound persons; (2) legislation and the severely handicapped (covering comprehensive services, centers for independent living, services for the older blind, and protection and advocacy of rights for the handicapped); (3) general information about services to the homebound; (4) models of homebound service programs; (5) employment opportunities; (6) modifications of jobs for the homebound; and (7) implications for rehabilitation agencies. A list of resources and programs and a bibliography are appended. (CP)