Published monthly by the Developmental Disabilities Program of the Metropolitan Council
Editor Kay Zwernik Metropolitan Council Mears Park Centre 230 East Fifth Street St. Paul, MN 55101 291-6427
1988 AGENDA REALIZING THE VISION
Editor's follow-up: The story last month of Kyle at the pod has elicited many positive responses from the readers of this newsletter. Therefore, readers may be interested to know that as a result of this one afternoon's experience, Kyle's mother changed her opinions about integration. She saw the value of social experiences In typical situations for her son. Linda, Kyle's mother, asked her school district for an Integrated kindergarten class for Kyle. The school district responded favorably, and Kyle attends, with the assistance of an aide, a regular kindergarten ciass. Linda reports that things have proceeded smoothly and that Kyle has benefited a iot from his interactions with regular kids.
"THE BIGGEST PROBLEM-IS IN OTHER PEOPLE'S MIND"
My brother Bobby never listens when/talk, Pays close attention though and watches like a hawk, Took some time for my hands to learn the signs, But now the two of us, we get along just fine.
Bobby's biggest problem is in other peoples mind, We do things we like to do, and have a great time, some kids stay away but if they knew him they would find, Bobby's biggest problem, really, is in other people's mind.
I've known Rosa for a year or so by now, We've been all around, I sometimes wonder how, The doors and stairs give us trouble with her chair, It may take longer but we go everywhere.
Vol. 13, No. 12 December 1988
Rosa's biggest problem is in other people's mind, We go where we want to go and have a good time, Since this city's builders didn't think when they designed, Rosa's biggest problem, really, is in other people's mind.
Angie reads to me the poetry she loves, Hands brush the pages with the gentleness of doves, Sings me a song from the piano clear and strong, She's never seen me, yet she's known me all along.
Angie's biggest problem is in other people's mind, We go hiking, we go swimming, in the summer sunshine, Anyone can see I'm lucky she's a friend of mine, And that Angie's biggest problem is in other people's mind.
Sometimes the biggest problem is in other people's mind, Be exactly who you are, and you'll do just fine, Things may look impossible, but try and you will find, That the biggest problem, realty, is in other people's, other people's ???????
Someday we will change those people's mind. By Don Haynie Free to be a Family
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Activities, notices, service, products, etc. mentioned in this publication are for information purposes only and do not imply endorsement by the Development Disabilities Programs of the Metropolitan Council and the State Planning Agency.
Certificate in Developmental Disabilities
A new curriculum program is being offered through the Minnesota University Affiliated Program at the University of Minnesota. It is a 16 credit sequence of coursework in interdisciplinary study of developmental disabilities. Unique to the course work development has been the collaboration of 11 different academic units at the University. Adaptive physical education and recreation, health and social work are among the departments that have contributed their expertise in defining the courses and bringing their particular perspectives to students.
Winter Quarter o EPsy 8770, Intervention Strategies for Persons with Developmental Disabilities: Interdisciplinary Perspectives
Spring Quarter o EPsy 8603, Services for Persons with Developmental Disabilities: Research and Policy Analysis The format of the program is readings, lectures and panel discussions. In addition to the 16 credits of course work, students are required to complete an internship. When finished, students will obtain a Certificate of Interdisciplinary Studies in Developmental Disabilities. For more information on specific courses and an application, contact the MUAP at 612/624-4848.
RESOURCES
Specialized Toy Store
In New York City, there is a toy store which specializes entirely in Items for children with special needs. stated by a group of pediatric occupational therapists, the store has products such as a rocking horse with safety straps, battery-operated toys, pegged puzzles, adapted switches and other specialized equipment. A catalog may be obtained by writing to: The Able Child, 154 Chambers St., New York, NY 10007.
CPR Videotape A step-by-step instructional 90-minute videotape on CPR and emergency choking procedures for an infant, child and adult is now available. CPR and emergency choking procedures are demonstrated for each age group. Learning is done at the viewer's own pace. A review section at the end of the video emphasizes the differences between each age group. There is a section on problems associated with CPR and how to avoid them. Also, an Easy-to-follow' study guide is enclosed. The videotape sells for $29.95 in both VHS and Beta formats. Please add $2.50 for postage ad handling. Order from: Double A Productions, Inc., 279 S. Bawdy Dr., Suite 1139, Beverly Hills, CA 90212.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Hearing-Impaired Program Advisor
This position exists to provide outreach, information and referral, technical assistance, training and consultation services to human service providers within the geographic area served by the Metro Regional Service Center for hearing Impaired People. Must have advanced skills with American Sign Language and understand the social, cultural, economic and special needs of people with hearing impairments. To obtain an application contact: Minnesota Department of Employee Relations, 520 Lafayette Rd., 3rd floor, St. Paul, MN 55155. 612/296-700 (V) or 612/297-2003 (TDD).
CONFERENCES/workshops December 5 PACER Center and the Early Childhood Regional Coordinator, Region 11 (seven- county metro area) are cosponsoring a workshop for parents of infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers with special needs. The workshop will give parents an opportunity to meet other parents, hear how the system works, gain tips on how to get good services for your child, find out about assessment and the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and learn how to communicate with professionals. The workshop will be held on Dec. 5, 7-9 p.m., at the McRae Neighborhood Center, 906 East 47th St., Minneapolis, MN. There is no charge for the program. Call 612/827-2966 to register.
December 7- "The National Perspective on local Transit Issues-An Exchange of Ideas
The Regional Transit Board 1988 Annual Transit Conference will be held at the Radisson University Hotel, 615 Washington Av. SE., In Minneapolis. An afternoon panel will discuss "Accessibility Challenges: Meeting the Needs." Heather Menninger, of Claremont, Calif.,, Park Woodworth, of Portland Ore., and Lyle Peterson, from New Jersey, will discuss their city and state programs in accessible transportation, followed by a four-person panel of local responders. The panel will be from 2:45 to 4:30 p.m. For further information: RTB, 230 E. Fifth St., seventh floor, St. Paul, MN 55101. 612/292-8789.
DD PROGRAM LIBRARY
The Developmental Disabilities Program Library of the Metropolitan Council has recently updated its listing of books and resource materials. One page, double sided, is included In this Issue of the DD Information Exchange. Two more pages will be included in future issues. Readers should remove these sheets and keep in a separate place to use as a future resource. All materials may be borrowed for three weeks and must be picked up from the Metro Council and returned or mailed back to the same. The Metro Council DD Program can only loan materials to residents of the seven-county Metro Area. Other resources are available for Greater Minnesota from the Governor's Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities.
Anderson, D.J.; Lakin, KC.; Bruininks, R. H.; and Hill, B. K., A National Study of Residential and Support Services for Persons with Developmental Disabilities.
Apolloni, Toni, Capuccilli, Joanna, and Cooke, Thomas, Toward Excellence: Achievements in Residential Services for Persons with Developmental Disabilities.
AAUAP/American Association of University Affiliated Programs-DD, Developmental Handicaps : Prevention and Treatment IV (12-87).
ARC/Minnesota. Shopping Cards.
ARC/Minnesota. Community Health Education Network Materials Lending Library catalog.
Baker, Bruce L; Brightman, Alan J; Hinshaw, Stephen P., Toward Independent Living.
Barrett, John and Lavin, Don The Industrial Work Model: A Guide for Developing Transitional and Supported Employment.
Beebe, Patricia Dobbe, Vocational Advocacy for Parents Training Manual.
Bellamy, G. Thomas; Rhodes, Larry E.; Mank, David M.; Albin, Joyce M. Supported Employment: A Community Implementation Guide.
Bender, Michael, Valletutti, Peter J; Teaching the Moderately and Severely Handicapped Vol. 1. Behavior, Self-Care and Motor Skills.
---Teaching the Moderately and Severely Handicapped Vol. II - Communication. Socialization. Safety and Leisure Time Skills.
---Teaching the Moderately and Severely Handicapped. Vol. III - Functional Academics for the Mildly and Moderately Handicapped.
Bernstein, Gail S.; Ziamik, Jon P.; Rudrud, Eric H.; Czajkowskl, Laura A., Behavioral Habilitation Through Proactive Programming. ((1986)
Bigge, June L. with O'Donell, Patrick A Teaching Individuals with Physical and Multiple Disabilities.
Bruininks, Robert H.; Hill, Bradley; Lakin, Charles; White Carolyn, Residential Services For Adults with Developmental Disabilities.
Cheever, Raymond C., editor, Accent on Living Buyer's Guide.
Conference Proceedings: Family Care Of Developmentally Disabled Members.
DesJardins, Charlotte, How To Get Services by Being Assertive
Evans, Ian M., and Meyer, Luanna H., An Educative Approach to Behavior Problems: A Practical Decision Model for Interventions with Severely Handicapped Learners (10-87)
Falvey, Mary A., Community-Based Curriculum; Instructional Strategies for Students with Severe Handicaps (10-87)
Falvey, Mary A., Instructional Strategies for Students with Severe Handicaps.
Flynn, Robert J. and Nitsch, Kathleen E., Normalization, Social Integration and Community Services.
Friedman Paul R.: The Rights of Mentally Retarded Persons; An American Civil Liberties Union Handbook.
Gardner, James F., and Chapman, Michael S., Staff Development in Mental Retardation Services; A Practical Handbook (10-87)
Gardner, James F.; Long, Linda; Nichols, Roann, and Lagulli, Diane M., Program Issues Developmental Disabilities - A Resource Manual for Surveyors and Reviewers.
Gillette Children's Hospital, Minnesota Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist Directory for Young People with Disability.
Hill, Bradley K, and Bruininks, Robert H., Physical and Behavioral Characteristics and Maladaptive Behavior of Mentally Retarded People In Residential Facilities.
Homer, Robert H.; Meyer, Luanna H.; Fredericks, H. D.; Fredericks Bud, Education of learners with Severe Handicaps: Exemplary Service Strategies. (1987)
Human Services Research Institute, Family Care For Persons With Developmental Disabilities: A Growing Commitment.
Humphries, Tom; Padden, Carol, and O'Rourke, Terrence J., A Basic Course In American Sign Language. (1981)
Intelligent Consumer Electronics, Northfield, Mich., The Handicapped's Source: Catalog of Products and Services.
Iowa Department of Public Instruction, Integration Strategies For Students with Moderate and Severe Handicaps.
Kennedy, Evelyn S: Dressing with Pride
Kiernan, William E., Ph. D, Changing Trends in Employment of Adults With Severe Disability.
Laird, Dugan, Approaches to Training and Development
Lakin, K. Charlie and Bruininks, Robert H., Strategiest for Achieving Community Integration of Developmentally Disabled Citizens. (1987)
Lakin, K. Charlie; Bruininks, Robert H., Occupational Stability of direct-Care Staff of Residential Facilities for Mentally Retarded People.
Legal Advocacy for Persons with Developmental Disabilities In Minnesota; An Advocate's Guide to Case Management Services in Minnesota.
Magic Valley Rehabilitation Services, Inc. Twin Falls, Idaho Activities of Daily Living Curriculum for Handicapped Adults.
Maryland State Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities. A Reader's Guide for Parents of Children with Mental, Physical or Emotional Difficulties.
Maryland State Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities, You Can do It: A Guide to Maryland's Services For Young Adults With Developmental Disabilities (2) (1987)
McClannahan, Claudia; Faman, Sheila; Splett, Patricia, Feeding and Caring for Infants and Children With Special Needs. (2)
McLaughlin, Caven S.; Garner, J. Bradley; Callahan, Michael, Getting Employed, Staying Employed; Job Development and Training for Persons With Severe Handicaps.
Metro Council/Metro Health Planning Board Services For People With Developmental Disabilities: A Guide for Private Funders.
Minnesota Council on Foundations, Guide to Minnesota Foundations and Corporate Giving Programs. (1983)
Minnesota Dept. of Education, Minnesota Transition Training Manual.
Minnesota Depart. of Energy and Economic Development, Corporation Division, A Guide to Starting a Business in Minnesota (3)
Minnesota Dept. of Public Welfare, Minnesota Model Standards: The Development Testing and Evaluation of a Proactive Assurance Mechanism for Facilities for the Mentally Retarded - Final Report
Minnesota Governor's Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities Policy Analysis Series (Issues Related to the Welsch v Noot Consent Decree).
Musselwhite, Caroline R.; St. Louis, Karen W., Communication Programming for the Severely Handicapped.
National Association of Developmental Disabilities Council, Patterns for Advocacy: How council on Developmental Disabilities Achieve Public Policy Goals (1985)
National Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Employment Survey for Adults with Developmental Disabilities.
Perske, Robert, Don't Stop the Music.
Perske, Robert, and Smith, Judy, Beyond the Ordinary: The Preparation of Professionals to Educate Severely and Profoundly Handicapped Persons Toward the Development of Standards and Criteria. (1986)
Perske, Robert; Clifton, Andrew, McLean, Barbara M., and Ishler Stein, Jean Mealtimes for Severely and Profoundly Handicapped Persons -New Concepts and Attitudes.
Popovich, Dorothy, Effective Educational and Behavioral Programming for Severely and Profoundly Handicapped Students.
Popovich, Dorothy and Laham, Sandra L, The Adaptive Behavior Curriculum. Vols. I and III.
INFORMATION STATE SUPPLEMENT EXCHANGE December 1988
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Roger Strand, Editor 612/296-4018
100TH CONGRESS ADJOURNS: BENEFITS TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ADVANCED
On October 24, 1988, the 100th Congress adjourned, leaving many unresolved Issues for the 101st Congress to reconsider when it convenes January 3, 1989. However, according to the Washington Weekly Review, of the American Foundation for the Blind (November 1, 1988), there were, on the balance, significant advances made on behalf of people with disabilities during the last two years. Although not complete, the following alphabetized list of legislative subjects presents the accomplishments and unfinished business (as related to disability issues) by the 100th Congress.
AGING: Last December, the Older Americans Act (P.L 100- 175) was signed into law, extending this program for another four years. Although a limited form of home health care assistance was included in the Catastrophic Protection Act (P.L 100-360), the long-term home-health oars bill, offered by Rep. Claude Pepper (D-Fla.), as a self-financing provision of Medicare, was defeated in the House last June. Other bills providing incentives for home health care of family members who are elderly with disabilities failed even to get a hearing. Rep. Pepper has vowed to reintroduce his bill in January. Various bills to delay implementation of the Catastrophic legislation, or to make its coverage optional rather than mandatory, can be anticipated for reintroduction in January. Long-term care Issues can also be anticipated next month.
APPROPRIATIONS: It took the October stock-market plunge one year ago to persuade Congressional leadership to get together with White House budgeteers (in the so-called "economic summit" meetings) over fiscal 1989 spending levels reflected in the regular appropriations bills Once agreement was reached, the bills were signed Into law with commendable regularity Meanwhile, the public debt limit has been increased to $2.35 trillion, mainly to accommodate the cumulative increase in defense spending over the past eight years.
CHILD CARE: Although several child care bills were introduced in response to the needs of families with both parents working outside the home, no reported legislation ever came to a vote. Last August, however, P.L 100-403 was enacted extending temporary child care for the rapidly increasing number of HIV-positive infants abandoned in hospitals by new mothers who had been infected with AIDS.
CHILD WELFARE: In mid-October, the first major overhaul of the welfare system in 50 years was signed into law (P.L 100-485), due largely to the persistence of Sen. Patrick Moynihan (D-N.Y.). States must setup education, tralnlng, and work programs for former AFDC recipients, most of whom are single parents, with Medicaid coverage, and free child care extended for a year after recipients work themselves off welfare. In addition, all states are required to include poor two-parent families under Medicaid coverage, thus increasing early medical intervention and treatment for families who cannot afford medical care.
DEAF: Due largely to heightened public concern for people with hearing impairments as a result of media coverage of Gallaudet student activism, there were four major pieces of legislation passed: 1) all new telephones made must be compatible with hearing aids (P.L. 100-394); 2) a new National Institute on Deafness will be established, included in the massive Public Health reauthorization bill, thanks to the efforts of Rep. Claude Pepper (D-Fla.); 3) the number of telephone devices for the deaf (700) will be greatly expanded within federal agencies; and 4) a bill was passed two days before adjournment that will provide for bilingual court interpreters for deaf litigants whose native language is not English.
DISABILITY: The passage of P.L 100-407, Technology- Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act, was passed with swift Congressional consensus. (see Information Exchange--State Supplement. August and October 1988). An anticipated issue in January will be a renewed effort to provide medical and personal leave for employees with family members who have a disability or are ill.
DISCRIMINATION: The passage of the Civil Rights Restoration Act (P.L 100-259) was one of the more dramatic Instances for testing the balance of power among the three federal branches of government. It was introduced In 1987 to specifically overturn the Grove City Supreme Court decision. After Passing overwhelmingly in January, it was vetoed by the President. With determined efforts of a nationwide coalition of disability advocacy groups, Congress overrode the veto in March. The Americans with Disabilities Act, sponsored by the National Council on the Handicapped, proposed to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities in every activity of the federal, state, and local government. The Council has conceded to submit the bill's various components into separate legislative packages during the next session.
EDUCATION: A five-year extension of elementary and secondary education assistance was signed into law in March 1988 (P.L 100-287). Next year, committees will be turning their attention to extending discretionary programs under the eight-part Education for Handicapped Children Act (EHA). The Office of Education will be implementing the Technology-Related Assistance Act, as described above.
HEALTH: A massive Public Health Service bill (S. 2889), was approved by Congress In October, and at this writing is awaiting the President's signature. This bill reauthorizes certain National Institution Health programs and all other PHS training and grant programs. It also establishes the National Institute for the Deaf, and authorizes $1.5 billion for new research on AIDS.
HOUSING: P.L 10040, the Fair Housing Act, signed into law in early September 1988, requires incorporation of accessibility standards into all new multifamily housing units. Also passed in the dosing hours was legislation extending housing, health, and social services to the homeless, which the President is expected to sign into law.
INTERNATIONAL: The revised international trade reform Nil (after a presidential veto) was passed in August 1988. It contains a provision for permanently extending duty-free import of articles for people who are blind or have other handicaps.
LABOR: Efforts to increase the minimum wage level were unsuccessful, and this is expected to be reintroduced.
LEGAL SERVICES: For the first time In 8 years, the administration has softened its opposition to the Legal Services Corporation. Fiscal 1988 funding Is $308 million, Included in the appropriations bill for State, Justice, and Commerce.
LOBBYING: Legislation Introduced by Rep. J.J. Pkide (D-Texas) in 1987 to restrict any political activity by nonprofit organizations never progressed past the hearing stage.
MEDICARE: As mentioned under "Aging," above, the Catastrophic Protection Act will be subject to review hearings early in the next Congress, due to Medicare beneficiaries' widespread protest Were Its Cost-benefit ratio. In another area, last-minute legislation was passed to strengthen regulatory review of clinical laboratories receiving Medicare or Medicaid funds, which will provide greater accuracy in lab tests.
MENTAL ILLNESS: Legislation (P.L 100-509), was signed into law, which will extend and improve protection and advocacy programs for people with mental illness redding in Institutions.
SHELTERED EMPLOYMENT: In extending programs under the Small Business Administration, Congress reauthorized a provision to allow rehabilitation facilities to bid on small business set-aside contracts and established five-year ceilings on these contracts.
TAXES: A one-year extension of the Targeted Jobs Tax Credit program was approved in the final version of the Technical and Miscellaneous Revenue Act. Also included was a tax exemption for the sale of a homeowner's (with a disability) residence after the owner moves into an institution.
TRANSPORTATION: On the day before adjournment, Congress decreed nationwide uniformity in handicapped symbols used to designate parking spaces intended for drivers with advisability and whose license plates carry the approved symbol.
PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED ON TECHNOLOGY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
The Governor's Advisory Council on Technology for People with Disabilities will sponsor five public hearings in December and January. The purpose of the hearings will be to receive testimony regarding what possible barriers might exist that prevent people with disabilities from accessing technology-related services and devices. The Council would also like to learn about how technological devices have helped people to accomplish their goals and gain greater independence. People are encouraged to testify, in addition, as to how the Governor's Advisory Council can make technology more available to the citizens of Minnesota. This information will be collected to assist the Governor's Advisory Council in preparing a grant application under a newly created program administered by the U.S. Office of Education.
The public hearing will be held as follows:
DULUTH ST. CLOUD
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 1988 Thursday, Dec. 15, 1988
1:00-4:00 p.m. 3:30-5:30 p.m
Duluth Public Library The Americana Inn
520 West Superior Highway 10 South
ROCHESTER ST. PAUL
Thursday, Dec. 15,1988 Friday, Dec. 16,1988
5:00-7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.-l :00 p.m.
Newbridge Apartments Gillette Children's Hospital
325 18th Avenue South 200 East University Avenue
MOORHEAD
January 18, 1988
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Ballroom, Comstock Memorial Union
Moorhead State University
Please call (612) 297-1554 to register, and please indicate if an interpreter or other accommodations are needed. Testimony will be limited to five minutes per person, and people are encouraged to submit their comments in writing if possible.
Those unable to attend may submit comments to: Governor's Advisory Council on Technology for People with Disabilities; Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development; Office of Science and Technology; 900 American Center Building; 150 East Kellogg Boulevard; St. Paul, MN 55101-1421.
NEW NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ON SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT FORMED
A new national association is being formed to foster the growth and development of supported employment. The organization is called, the Association for Persons in Supported Employment (APSE). The organization was initiated as a result of participants in supported employment (primarily front-line Implementors) voicing a need for meaningful representation of their issues and concerns. The overwhelming consensus among people who are involved in supported employment is that this is an exciting and rewarding activity for both staff and the individuals who are becoming employed through supported employment services. It is anticipated that APSE will promote the use of supported employment and encourage widespread change at the system and policy levels. APSE is committed to improve the capacity to serve more individuals as well as to enhance the quality of supported employment services. For membership information, contact: Wendy Wood; APSE; P.O. Box 27523; Richmond, Virginia 23261-7523. Tel. (804) 266-6950.
MINNESOTA UAP TO DEVELOP TRANSITION FOLLOW-ALONG/FOLLOW-UP SYSTEM
The United States Department of Education has recently awarded one of four national grants to the Minnesota University Affiliated Program on Developmental Disabilities at the University of Minnesota to develop a Secondary Transition Follow-Afong/Follow-Up System. The goal of the project will be to develop and provide an effective information system that will describe the post-school experiences of students with handicaps. Very few systems for following students through school and beyond currently exist This demonstration project will:
1. establish a follow-up/follow-along monitoring system that reports on the post-school outcomes of special education graduates and on former students who failed to successfully complete their programs;
2. use information gained from the monitoring system to recommend and make programmatic improvements in all areas of assessment, curriculum, and program planning for transition;
3. use standardized measures of student academic, social, vocational, and adaptive behavior to produce a reliable and valid means of anticipating and reporting on the post-school service needs of special education students;
4. design procedures to effectively analyze student characteristics and attributes, environmental conditions, and curriculum experiences that enhance or inhibit the successful transitions from school to employment and community living options;
5. develop systematic interagency strategies in the improvement of transition services; and
6. Extensively evaluate, report, and disseminate the results of this project to a wide audience of professionals.
The project's activities will be implemented in three phases over the next four years. Procedural guides describing all components of the follow-along/follow-up system will be reduced and disseminated at regional training workshops throughout Minnesota during the final phase of the project. For further information, contact: David R. Johnson, Minnesota UAP; 6 Pattee Hall; 150 Pillsbury Drive S.E.; Minneapolis, MN 55455. Tel. (612) 624-4648.
Publication
Guidelines on Developmental Services for Children and Adults with HIV Infection (First Edition), A. C. Crocker, & H. J. Cohan, American Association of University Affiliated Programs, August 1988. These guidelines were prepared with the particular needs in mind of program administrators and workers in the field of developmental inabilities. This is to be considered as a "Working document'' that will be revised as more Is learned about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and what is needed to bring about a systematic approach to providing services to this "new minority" segment of the population. "Indeed," write the authors, "It. could be stated that young people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), compounded by a collection of segregating features, render them virtually an `ultimate minority.' Isolating factors include their having (a) an uncommon disorder, (b) which is progressive and fatal, (c) and for which there is public fear of contagious spread, (d) plus frequent mental retardation or other developmental disability, (e) families in disarray, and (f) often racial or ethnic minority circumstances... It Is hoped that the infectiousness issue can be seen at its more appropriate level of limited concern, and that developmental and child welfare services be carried out considerately." `The need for enhanced services seems evident, and the potential risk of viral transmission from client to worker, or client to client, is remote and manageable," state the authors. A copy of this publication may be requested from: American Association of University Affiliated Programs for Persons with Developmental Disabilities; 8605 Cameron Street, Suite 406; Silver Spring, Maryland 20910. Tel. (301) 586-6252.
The State Developmental Disabilities (DD) Program Office has acquired several education, training and resource materials. The following materials may be borrowed from the State Office only, located at the address on the front sheet of the State Supplement section of this newsletter. Tel. (612) 296-4018.
LENDING LIBRARY SELECTIONS
Design of High School Programs for Severely Handicapped Students, B. Wilcox and G. T, Bellamy, Paul H. Brooks Publishing Company, 1962. This text attempts to integrate current best practice and promising approaches in providing high school services for students with severe handicaps. Focus is on the preparation of students for functioning in future work and Living environments and providing effective transition to those environments. Content Includes: basis for program design, curriculum content, individualized education programs, community activities, instructional methods, vocational preparation, and preparing students for independent living, leisure and recreation. A. special chapter addresses administrative concerns and the need for support services. An additional chapter addresses the need to facilitate the transition of students from school to adult life and adult services.
Living and Learning In the Least Restrictive Environment, R. H. Bruininks & C. Lakin, Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company, 1985. This book examines a range of topics relating to the origins, implications, and substance of important social changes in the past decade that have granted citizens with handicaps a fuller share of legal equality and social participation in society. Primary focus is on services for persons whose handicaps are so substantial that they are likely to require some degree of lifelong support. While recounting the many accomplishments of the past decade, this book also delineates the multitude of tasks left to be accomplished. The authors have intended to assist in making the state-of-the-practice equal to the state-of-the-art and, in the process, contribute to the future improvement of both.
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