Issue 8: Measure of Activity and Participation (MAP): Personal assistance and support services

Author(s):

Anne Doyle, Anne Marie Carew, Sarah Craig

Publication date:

23 September 2014

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Abstract:

This bulletin is the 8^th in a series that presents Measure of Activity and Participation (MAP) data from the National Physical and Sensory Disability Database (NPSDD).  The MAP is a WHO ICF-based measure that captures the subjective experience of people with a physical/sensory disability about their participation in everyday living.  This bulletin focuses on those who have specified a need for either personal assistant (PA) or home help services and are registered on the Database.  These services are profiled as they represent the key supports that assist people with a disability toward more independent living.  The findings show particular barriers and challenges for those who require both personal assistant and home help services in relation to the physical environment, climate/weather and in relation to income.  For those that require PA or home help supports restrictions are experienced participating in shopping, socialising and family life while areas of difficulty included standing for long periods and walking long distances. The overall finding is that not having the required level of PA or home help supports in place can significantly hinder people with a disability in their everyday life.

Publisher:

Health Research Board

Place of publication:

Dublin

ISSN number:

20091303

HRB Series:

Not applicable

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