Choosing Serive Providers

Study Records A Dramatic Increase In Individual Choice While Choosing Service Providers For People With Intellectual Disabilities Transitioning From Educational To Adult Services

In the period between 1992-2004, the number of U.S. states offering young adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose their service provider increased from only 8 to 41 states, according to a study published in the December issue of the journal, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. While patterns of service delivery in states are well documented, most studies focus on the number of people served and service costs incurred, rather than the issue of choice of providers offered to individuals. "Who Chooses Service Providers? The Spread of Consumer Choice, 1992-2004" reveals a different lens through which to explore the changing state of developmental disability services. To read an abstract of the article, go to http://aaidd.allenpress.com/aamronline/?request=get-toc&issn=1934-9556&volume=45&issue=6 . Access to full text requires a purchase at the same website.FROM: AAIDD* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *REFERENCE POINTS is administered by PACER Center http://www.PACER.org as a technical assistance activity of the TATRA Project. The TATRA Project is funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration.