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The Effectiveness of Ceiling Hoists in Transferring People with Disabilities - A systematic review

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Publication Date: 
4 Jun 2009
Abstract: 

This systematic review aimed to investigate the effectiveness of ceiling hoists and the benefits over other handling methods in lifting and transferring people with physical disabilities. This research will assist with the decision-making of potential users in selecting a safe and effective transfer method.

Authored: 
Y. M. Jung & C. Bridge

Designing home environments for people who experience problems with cognition and who display aggressive or self-injurious behav

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Publication Date: 
16 Jan 2008
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There is little specific information pertaining to the design requirements of the physical home environment for people who experience problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour. A systematic review, guided by the Protocol guidelines for systematic reviews of home modification information to inform best practice (Bridge & Phibbs, 2003) was implemented in this study. An initial literature review was conducted pertaining to the needs of and current design of homes of people who experience problems with cognition who display aggressive or self-injurious behaviour. Nine guidelines have been highlighted to assist in the design of optimum home environments for this population.

Authored: 
L. Hodges, C. Bridge, M. Donelly & K. Chaudhary.

Dementia Day Care Centre Design

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A document detailing guidelines for the design of a dementia day care based on 9 principles.

KidsGrowth

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This site is split into two sites: a 'Parent Site' that provides resources for parents on caring for their child, and a 'Teen Site'. The 'Parent Site' contains various resources relating to children with a disability (eg. condition specific growth charts for children with a disability)

The Helen Hamlyn Research Centre

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The centre conducts research on inclusive design - the site focuses on four main areas: Age, Work, Mobility and Care. Each area contains key facts and project examples from the centre.

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