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Spotlight on Siblings: Considering Social Context in Home Modification Practice

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  • Jessica Moller

    (Occupational Therapy, Djerriwarrh Health Services, Bacchus Marsh 3340, Australia)

  • Alison Schneider

    (Occupational Therapy, Djerriwarrh Health Services, Bacchus Marsh 3340, Australia)

  • Emily J. Steel

    (School of Health & Wellbeing, The University of Southern Queensland, Ipswich, QLD 4305, Australia)

Abstract

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) recognizes the role of Assistive Technologies (AT) in enabling independent living and inclusion of people with disabilities. Research into the provision of AT and disability services in general has highlighted the importance of social context and its influence on individual outcomes. However, there is little recognition of sibling roles, relationships and rights in the guidance available for practitioners. This paper explores the socio-technical context of home modification practice and the importance of involving siblings. The international context and concepts behind AT provision, including home modifications, and issues emerging from practice in Australia’s new National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) are discussed. Based on extensive practical experience and peer review, the “5 S’s for Siblings” is presented as a practice approach for involving siblings in the home modification process. Policy and practice implications are presented, including communication strategies for working in partnership with individuals and their families, and alignment with national standards and human rights principles. Involving siblings in the home modification process recognizes the important role they play in the lives of people with disabilities, both now and in the future.

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  • Jessica Moller & Alison Schneider & Emily J. Steel, 2019. "Spotlight on Siblings: Considering Social Context in Home Modification Practice," Societies, MDPI, vol. 9(2), pages 1-8, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsoctx:v:9:y:2019:i:2:p:30-:d:225401
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