Groups in Context

The Disabled

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What is a disability?

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An Acronym to remember the types if disabilities:

Prevalence of disability in Australia

Find current ABS statistics about the prevalence of Disabled people in Australia.

The proportion of people with disabilities is growing due to the aging population.

Disability can be the result of:

P hysical ( )

I ntellectual ( )

P sychological ( )

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Individual Diversity of the DisabledWhat does diversity mean?

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Come from any race, gender, educational or socio economic group May suffer from 1 or multiple disabilities Some are born with a disability whilst others acquire it throughout life Disabilities can be temporary or permanent Disabilities can range from permanent to severe Many live a fulfilling and happy life

Daily Activities that Demonstrate the Diversity of the Disabled

Activity of daily livingPhysical disability

Intellectual disability

Psychological disability

Sensory disability

Feeding

Toileting

Selecting proper attire

Grooming

Maintaining continence

Putting on clothes

Bathing

Walking and moving

(to complete the table, identify how the type of disability will impact each of the activities of daily living)

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Terminology Used by the Community to Describe the Disabled

Attitudes have improved over the years. General population have increased awareness Terminology can be positive or offensive

The people with a disability act (2014) states:

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What are some positive and negative terms commonly used by society?

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(Visit the Mobility International USA website (respectful disability language) to assist you with the terms)

Need to be aware of using words that could be patronising or offensive. Insensitive language is not only inaccurate but it stereotypes the group and individuals within

the group. Derogatory and insensitive terms impact on a person’s sense of security and wellbeing.

What’s the difference between the terms – “Person with a disability” and “disabled person”?

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Issues of Concern – Satisfaction of Needs for the Disabled

What are the issues for a disabled person when focusing on the following needs?

Adequate Standard of Living:

EG: The socio economic status of a person with a disability may be affected due to limited work

choices/ lower workforce participation. This may affect the healthier food choices as food

preparation may be limited thus leading to a fast food / easily processed diet.

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Education:

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Employment:

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Security and Safety:

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Specific needs of the Disabled

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What is a specific or priority need?

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Given the diversity within the disabled group it can be difficult to identify priority needs in the disabled

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What are the two high priority needs of the disabled & Why?

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Access to Services for the DisabledPeople with disabilities require access to a variety of services that maintain and increase their independence. Such services include educational intervention, employment and support, home care, accessible transport, suitable accommodation and the Internet.

Types of Services the DISABLED

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Types of Services for People with DisabilitiesTypes of Service Description

Financial SupportServices

Transport

Accommodation

Health Care

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Counselling

Education

Employment

Legal Aid

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Factors Affecting Access to Services for People with Disabilities

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Of the five main disability groups, the most common in 2009 was physical disability, which affected

nearly three quarters (71%) of working-age people with disability. This was much higher than the

proportion with sensory and speech disability (21%) or psychological disability (17%). People can be

affected by more than one type of disability and therefore be classified into one or more disability

groups.

The type of disability that an individual has can affect their likelihood of participating in the labour

market. People with sensory or speech impairment had the best labour market outcomes with a

participation rate of 54% and an unemployment rate of 7.0%, while people whose disability was

psychological had the lowest participation rate (29%), and the highest unemployment rate (19%).

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People with sensory or speech impairment may be able to benefit from assistive technologies but this

is not the case for people with psychological disability such as mental illness. People with mental illness

may experience disruption to their work attendance and career due to the episodic nature of their

disability. (ABS 1993-2009)

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ResourcesWhat is a resource?

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For people with disabilities, a variety of services and support structures are available. However, the personal resources available to these individuals will affect their access to resources.

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Services Available(for the disabled)

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ServiceResources Required for

AccessReasons Why?

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Giant Steps

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Aspects of services for the disabled

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1. Research the support services available for people with disabilities that are listed below. Create

a list of the specific types of services this group requires access to. The websites below will

provide you with some information.

NSW Family and Community Services

Australian Taxation Office

Australian Government – Services directory - People with disabilities

Australian Government – Department of Social Services Australian Disability Parking Scheme

Australian Government – Department of Social Services

People with Disability Australia

Wesley Mission – Disability Support

Health Direct Australia

Australian Government – Department of Human Services – Disability Employment Services

Australian Government – Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development – Transport

for people with Disabilities

2. Compare and contrast the types of services accessed by people with disabilities and another

group you have studied. 

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3. View the End the Cycle - International Day of People with a Disability clip on YouTube

a. Explain the link between disability and poverty (low socioeconomic status).

b. What types of services are provided by these organisations?

c. Explain how these services enable people with a disability to satisfy their needs and

achieve high levels of wellbeing?

d. How do the characteristics of people with a disability affect their access to services?

e. Assess how the aspects of a service for people with a disability could be an issue of

concern for the group.

4. Review the organisation Youngcare

a. What services are provided?

b. Explore one of the case studies. Consider how the compounding factors of youth and

disability impact on the needs of individuals. How do these factors affect the type of

services required? 

c. Evaluate the extent to which services in the community are available for young people

with a disability.

5. Justify the need for specific services for young people with disabilities. Provide reasons to

support your arguments.

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