International links strengthen Flinders’ research reputation
The reputation of Flinders University’s Caring Futures Institute as an international leader in research that benefits people with disability has been further enhanced through recent […]
Inclusion and Disability
When feeling safe ensures fulfilment for people with disability
For people with disability, being included in the community means far more than simply ensuring they are not under threat. To enjoy fulfilling lives, these […]
Investigating dementia’s hidden diagnosis and support challenges
People with intellectual disability are a priority population in Australia’s national dementia action plan, yet accurate diagnosis of the onset of dementia is proving problematic. […]
Inclusive research amplifies the voice of people with intellectual disabili...
The voices of people with intellectual disability are often not heard in the busy and complex health care system, but Associate Professor Michelle Bellon – who […]
Positive Behaviour Support making a difference to lives in residential aged...
Approximately 188,000 people with dementia live in residential aged care in Australia, and of these, ninety percent experience behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) […]
Customised Employment in Australia: Where are we now?
People with disabilities desire mainstream employment but the existing Disability Employment Services system falls short in delivering satisfactory employment outcomes. The introduction of Customised Employment, […]
Choosing the way forward: Navigating secure housing for ageing Australians ...
In a society where life expectancy is on the rise, a significant challenge is emerging for an increasing number of older Australians – those with […]
Everyday steps to prevent everyday harm
People with intellectual disabilities are exposed to an increased number of negative experiences, including mistreatment by support workers. Coined by the research team led by Flinders’ […]
Online literacy instruction helps children with Down syndrome
The online delivery of educational tools has proved highly successful and popular – but Flinders Caring Institute researchers have probed further, conducting research to identify […]