Exploring independent living initiatives for people with intellectual disabilities : insights from the Spanish case
Moyà-Köhler, Joan (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Psicologia Social)

Date:	2024
Description:	23 pàg.
Abstract:	In the past four decades, Independent Living (IL) has gained prominence in inspiring services for people with intellectual disabilities. Yet, its practical application faces challenges within a field still influenced by medical-rehabilitative and paternalistic perspectives. This study seeks to explore the fundamental characteristics that IL models assume within the field of intellectual disabilities, focusing on the Spanish experience, identifying pioneering projects, influential models, and their ripple effects. A comprehensive mapping of IL projects has been conducted, analyzing publicly available information on 86 identified cases. In seven significant cases, in-depth interviews were conducted with people responsible for their development. Our analysis sheds light on some emerging tensions, with a focus on what is identified as a family-centered approach, an emphasis on skills-oriented services, and an overreliance on housing accessibility. Finally, this paper offers recommendations to enhance these initiatives and foster the integration of IL in the intellectual disability context.
Note:	Altres ajuts: This work was supported by the Agència per a la Qualitat del Sistema Universitari de Catalunya under Grant FI_B 01109.
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Article ; recerca ; Versió acceptada per publicar
Subject:	Intellectual disability ; Independent living ; Transition ; Autonomy
Published in:	Disability & Society, Vol. 40, Num. 6 (June 2024) , p. 1555-1576, ISSN 1360-0508

DOI: 10.1080/09687599.2024.2368559

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