Development of an Online Training Course for Government Employees to Support Families With a Child With Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities

IF 2.1 3区医学 Q2 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Pub Date : 2025-03-25 DOI:10.1111/jar.70039

Siméon T. A. Lahaije, Jorien Luijkx, Aly Waninge, Annette A. J. van der Putten

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Abstract

Background

Families with a child with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities have to manage the pervasive support needs of their child, which is a complex task. By properly supporting them, we can ensure these families live a positive and meaningful life.

Method

A product to support these families was developed using the method of Design Thinking, which included parents filling out three different questionnaires.

Results

It was found that parents preferred to be supported in strengthening their resilience and care capacity, specifically by improving the communication and (mutual) understanding between them and municipal government employees. An online training course for government employees was subsequently developed.

Conclusions

This study has led to the development of a product that can support families with a child with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities according to their needs and preferences. This study has also provided insights into how these parents prefer to be supported.

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Multiple-

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4.70

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12.50%

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期刊介绍： JARID is an international, peer-reviewed journal which draws together findings derived from original applied research in intellectual disabilities. The journal is an important forum for the dissemination of ideas to promote valued lifestyles for people with intellectual disabilities. It reports on research from the UK and overseas by authors from all relevant professional disciplines. It is aimed at an international, multi-disciplinary readership. Topics covered include community living, quality of life, challenging behaviour, communication, sexuality, medication, ageing, supported employment, family issues, mental health, physical health, autism, economic issues, social networks, staff stress, staff training, epidemiology and service provision.