| The experiences of adults with complex communication needs who volunteer. | |
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PMID: 19852702 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of adults with complex communication needs (CCN) who engage in volunteering. METHOD: In-depth interviews were conducted with 24 adults with CCN who had worked as volunteers. Interview transcripts were analysed according to grounded theory methodology. RESULTS: 'Control' emerged as the most important factor determining the nature of the participants' volunteering experiences. Two key strategies for enhancing control were the provision of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and appropriate support to volunteer. A theoretical model to account for the experiences of volunteers with CCN is presented. CONCLUSIONS: Adults with CCN who want to volunteer must have access to an effective communication system and appropriate support if they are to volunteer successfully for the benefit of themselves and others. |
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Authors:
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David Trembath; Susan Balandin; Leanne Togher; Roger J Stancliffe |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Disability and rehabilitation Volume: 32 ISSN: 0963-8288 ISO Abbreviation: Disabil Rehabil Publication Date: 2010 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-04-27 Completed Date: 2010-07-06 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9207179 Medline TA: Disabil Rehabil Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 885-98 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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The University of Sydney, Lidcombe, Australia. D.Trembath@usyd.edu.au |
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Adult Communication Disorders / psychology*, rehabilitation Female Humans Interviews as Topic Male Middle Aged Motivation Voluntary Workers / psychology* |
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