Zefat Academic College

The Gap Between Humanistic Ideals and Everyday Direct Support for Adults With Intellectual Disabilities: Reflections of Young Volunteers in Residential ID Services

BACKGROUND: Humanistic and rights-based approaches emphasize dignity, autonomy, self-determination and meaningful participation in community life for adults with intellectual disabilities (ID). Yet, in many ID services, everyday support is often shaped by risk-averse routines, sa...