Supporting parents caring for a child with a learning disability
Anne Fitzpatrick Manager, Galway Sheltered Occupational Services, Ability West, Galway, Ireland
Maura Dowling Lecturer, Department of Nursing and Midwifery Studies, Äras Moyola, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
Parenting a child with a learning disability is a unique and often demanding experience. The learning disability nurse can play a key role in supporting parents and families by communicating effectively, providing information and working in partnership.
Nursing Standard.
22, 14, 35-39.
doi: 10.7748/ns2007.12.22.14.35.c6302
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anne_fitzpatrick@eircom.net
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