February 25 - March 10, 2002
This two-topic module considers the difference between planning for supports based on the limitations of existing services and on more flexible, open-ended reliance on resources. On the principle that families are able to identify their own needs and most appropriate supports, participants explore ways to help families with this process. Criteria are developed for what is appropriate to ask a family; these criteria are then applied to existing assessment tools and interview protocols to develop a familiarity and a situational and critical awareness of what is available and useful. Innovative program options are introduced, along with literature on their effectiveness. The possibility of replacing disability-related supports with natural supports is discussed. The concept, "whatever it takes" is debated as the ultimate support option.
Competency areas include:
* Taking holistic perspectives on assessment of needs
* Understanding the difference between judgment and assessment
* Considering criteria for appropriateness of questions
* Identifying strengths and needs
- Reviewing available tools and protocols
- Discussing guidelines for respectful use of assessments
* Identifying and reviewing options for support
- "Generic" supports
- Disability-related family supports
- Replacing disability-related supports with natural supports
This module is divided into 2 topics. To complete this Module successfully, please complete the topics in the order shown below:
Topic
1 - Holistic Perspectives: A Family-driven Approach and Rationale for
Assessment
Topic
2 - Formal and Informal Needs Assessment and Effective Supports
Once you have completed this module you should:
Go on to Module 4
or
Go back to Principles
and Practices of Family Support, Self-Determination and Disability
Email
Becky Raabe at Becky.Raabe@nau.edu
or call (928) 526-2566.
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