Experiences from peer group training of wheelchair users.
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Experiences from peer group training of wheelchair users
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disability: historical perspective
• in general disability is viewed as a tragic, life threatening/ending event
• in particular, disabled people are:
◦ Powerless
◦ Voiceless
◦ Denied access to basic services
◦ Denied societal participation
◦ Isolated
◦ Discriminated
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the challenge
factors affecting those with a SCI and mobility disabilities in low-income countries:
limited understanding of their disability
little or no understanding of potentially fatal health issues such as urinary tract infections and pressure sores
poor mobility skills
no role models
low confidence
discrimination within society
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Peer support
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peer group training
What is it?
Peer Group Training (PGT) is peer to peer training amongst wheelchair users in mobility, health and independent living skills
Who are the trainers?
It involves experienced, healthy and active wheelchair users passing on their skills and knowledge to others
Who is it for?
People with spinal cord injuries and other mobility disabilities
What is the impact of PGT?
PGT improves survival rates and quality of life
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topics covered in peer group training
Mobility wheelchair skills, transfers
Health skin care (pressure sore prevention and treatment), bladder and
bowel management
Disability Awareness information on disability, rights, working with assistants, family and community life, changing public perception of disability
Sexuality relationships, sexual health and
sexual function
Sport introduction to wheelchair sport
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PGT contexts
PGT can be delivered in the following contexts:
Hospital or spinal unit essential for early intervention providing a role model from the outset
and motivation to move forward
Home visit addresses lack of transport for those requiring PGT
Wheelchair services combining the provision of appropriate mobility equipment with essential skills
and knowledge
Residential camp bringing together 15 – 20 people for comprehensive PGT
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