Children with complex, continuing health needs and access to facilities.

Authors: Hewitt-Taylor, J.

Journal: Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)

Volume: 23

Issue: 31

Pages: 35-41

ISSN: 0029-6570

DOI: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.31.35.c6932

Abstract:

AIM: To gain an understanding of parents' views regarding the social inclusion of their children who have complex and continuing health needs. METHOD: Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 14 parents whose children have complex health needs. FINDINGS: There are still significant gaps in the provision of transport, play, leisure and retail facilities for children who have complex and continuing health needs. This affects the lives of the children and their families. CONCLUSION: Suitable provision of accessible facilities for children with special needs makes a great difference to the lives of the children and their families. Also the attitudes and behaviours of individuals influence how much children and families feel included in and valued by society.

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Children with complex, continuing health needs and access to facilities.

Authors: Hewitt-Taylor, J.

Journal: Nurs Stand

Volume: 23

Issue: 31

Pages: 35-41

ISSN: 0029-6570

DOI: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.31.35.c6932

Abstract:

AIM: To gain an understanding of parents' views regarding the social inclusion of their children who have complex and continuing health needs. METHOD: Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 14 parents whose children have complex health needs. FINDINGS: There are still significant gaps in the provision of transport, play, leisure and retail facilities for children who have complex and continuing health needs. This affects the lives of the children and their families. CONCLUSION: Suitable provision of accessible facilities for children with special needs makes a great difference to the lives of the children and their families. Also the attitudes and behaviours of individuals influence how much children and families feel included in and valued by society.

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Children with complex and continuing health needs: access to facilities

Authors: Hewitt-Taylor, J.

Journal: Nursing Standard

Volume: 23

Pages: 35-41

ISSN: 0029-6570

Abstract:

Aim: To gain an understanding of parents' views regarding the social inclusion of their children who have complex and continuing health needs. Method: Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 14 parents whose children have complex health needs. Findings: There are still significant gaps in the provision of transport, play, leisure and retail facilities for children who have complex and continuing health needs. This affects the lives of the children and their families. Conclusion: Suitable provision of accessible facilities for children with special needs makes a great difference to the lives of the children and their families. Also the attitudes and behaviours of individuals influence how much children and families feel included in and valued by society.

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Children with complex, continuing health needs and access to facilities.

Authors: Hewitt-Taylor, J.

Journal: Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)

Volume: 23

Issue: 31

Pages: 35-41

eISSN: 2047-9018

ISSN: 0029-6570

DOI: 10.7748/ns2009.04.23.31.35.c6932

Abstract:

Aim

To gain an understanding of parents' views regarding the social inclusion of their children who have complex and continuing health needs.

Method

Semi-structured interviews were carried out with 14 parents whose children have complex health needs.

Findings

There are still significant gaps in the provision of transport, play, leisure and retail facilities for children who have complex and continuing health needs. This affects the lives of the children and their families.

Conclusion

Suitable provision of accessible facilities for children with special needs makes a great difference to the lives of the children and their families. Also the attitudes and behaviours of individuals influence how much children and families feel included in and valued by society.

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