Guides
Parents who have physical impairments
Author: Harriet Clarke, lecturer in social policy and social research at the Institute of Applied Social Studies, University of Birmingham BIOG
Last Updated: 18 July 2012
Publication Date: 06 August 2009
Section links: Introduction / Legislation and guidance / Role of the social worker / User perspective / Emerging practice / Key resources
Introduction
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Definitions
Disability and impairment
Disabled parents
Parents who have a physical impairment
Key issues for practitioners
Research
Some mothers and fathers who have physical impairments, or who experience chronic ongoing physical health difficulties, may have support requirements which should be met in a way which recognises and supports their parenting role.
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