• Producing information in accessible formats • Ending segregated services. • Allowing disabled people to do things for themselves The social model has been developed by disabled people. In their view disability is caused by the barriers that exist within society and the way society is organised, which discriminates against people with impairments and excludes them from involvement and participation, rather than by a person’s impairment or difference. The social model of disability looks at ways of removing barriers that restrict life choices for disabled people. When barriers are removed, disabled people can be independent and equal in society, with choice and control over their own lives.
SS OP 2.1 Introductory awareness of models of disability 1. Know the difference between the medical and social models of disability. 1.1 Describe the medical model of disability The social model of disability says that disability is caused by the way society is organised. The medical model of disability says people are disabled by their impairments or differences. Under the medical model, these impairments or differences should be 'fixed' or changed by medical and other treatments, even when the impairment or difference does not cause pain or illness.
With groups it can affect organisations, communities and society as a whole. Even the people who inflict discrimination can be affected by negative impact -they could fail to experience the benefits of diversity, equality and inclusion. It could also affect their broadening of their horizons. Negative impact can be :- Loss of self esteem Poor self image Confusion, anger and depression Disempowerment Loss of motivation, achievement Missed opportunities Marginalisation 1.3 The importance of inclusive practice is it enables people to be valued, confident, feel safe and have all their needs met. They can then participate in society without feeling prejudice or
E1- Explain the social model and the medical model of disability There are two different types of models of disability. The medical model of disability is seen as the disabled person/s as being the problem and is not seen as an issue to concern anyone other than the individual affected and their condition needs to be “fixed” for example in a childcare setting, if a child is a wheelchair user and the doorway is narrow, there wouldn’t be any thought of making adjustments to the door but the medical model would say the wheelchair is too big and is it the users problem. The medical model defines disability as“Impairment: any loss or abnormality of psychological, physiological or anatomical structure or function. Disability: any restriction or lack, resulting from impairment, of ability to performany activity in the manner or within the range considered normal for a human being.”(Grant Crason,2011) accessed 20/09/2013This model makes people with disability feel they are at faultmaking them feel different and unequal in the society they live in which could lead to stress and depression. The medical model puts the point forward that disabled people shouldn’t cause inconvenience for others and should help themselves and try harder and this may make them feel they cannot partake in social activities.
Introductory Awareness of Models of Disability Describe the medical model of disability: This model view disability as a ‘problem’ to only the individual with the disability and not to any other. Describe the social model of disability: This views society as the disabling factor, by designing things to suit the needs of the majority, rather than the needs of disabled people. Outline how each of the models has developed and evolved over time Medical model: This model has developed a lot over time. Rather than care being institutional orientated, many people are now in community based care settings, allowing them to feel included as a valuable part of society. Society has changed to view the strengths of individuals with disabilities, rather
It is based on the belief and values that people with learning disabilities are entitled to the same rights and choices as other members of society. To be included, and not segregated from other members of society. 1.4 Explain how the beliefs and values on which person-centred thinking is based differs from assessment and other approaches to planning. Person-centred thinking is based around the individual and what is important to live their life in a way that they want, and the support they required to achieve this. Assessments and other approaches take into account the basic requirements for each individual but the individual may not be involved with the decision on where they are placed.
This invariably meant that people with disabilities were mainly shut away in institutions with no real need for society to change at all. This model implies that disabled people should make the effort to ensure that they don’t cause any inconvenience. Social Model of Disability: This model argues that the problem lies with society, and that there are various social and physical barriers that hinder people with disabilities, therefore disabling them even more. Within the social model, it is recognised that there is a great deal that society can do to reduce some of the barriers. It is a more pro-active inclusive approach and much thought is given as to how disabled people can participate in activities alongside non-disabled people.
WHEN MIGHT A GROUP CARE ACTIVITY BE THE BEST WAY TO MEET AN INDIVIDUALS CARE OR SUPPORT NEEDS? This could be a first day for a service user and making them feel more welcome and socialising with others by doing a group activity together. This can make them feel more at ease and relaxed 3. WHY MAY DILEMMAS/DIFFICULTIES ARISE WHEN PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS THROUGH GROUP CARE ACTIVITES? If there is a group activity happening and there is a service user who requires more support it can have an impact on the other people in the group as it will reduce the service and support they will receive.
One of the biggest changes has been the move away from medical models of disability, focused on individual pathology (or "what was wrong" with them) and towards a social model which views disability in terms of the social restriction and oppression imposed by non-disabled people. With this model, the task is to remove barriers in society, which prevent the full participation of people with learning disabilities. Whereas in the past, disabled people were expected to "fit in" to society, the emphasis now is on society finding ways of adapting to their needs. More people with learning disabilities are using mainstream community facilities such as colleges, hospitals, libraries, and leisure centres. This sends out a clear message that segregation is no longer
With the medical model society doesn’t show any concern in trying to change things to help the person with disabilities. Instead they expect the disabled person to change to fit into the world of able-bodied people. It is seen that in the medical model that the main focus is the disability in the person but the social model is centered on the disability in society itself. It isn’t something that a certain person say but as in what the world around the person is doing to foreshadow the person and other people like them be it the media or in private meeting. The media plays a major feature of