need of care were present in Austria temporarily or on an ongoing
basis in 2015. So far, the only criticism of this facility is that emergency
plans for protecting persons with disabilities which are required in
humanitarian emergencies pursuant to Article 11 of UN CRPD have still
not been drawn up.
Emergency plans for refugees with disabilities which are required pursuant to the UN CRPD
have not yet been drawn up.
2.4.1.
Positive observations
Commission 4 visited a facility in Vienna which offers a day structure
for persons with the highest levels of care and nursing allowance
(levels 6 and 7). At this facility, daily assistance and basic stimulation
are designated “working on yourself”. Support is given for every
independent activity that can be accomplished and for every initiated
action that functions as a response or results in mutual interaction.
Supported communication also plays a major role. Thanks to this
approach, even apparently completely inactive individuals can be
encouraged to engage in activities involving play, curiosity and
exploration. Numerous expeditions are organised, including activities
such as boat trips or visits to the public aquarium. The commission
admired the staff’s professional, supportive approach to the clients,
the resources tailored to clients’ needs, and the wide range of
assistance plans, which were implemented in an individualised way.
As part of the basic stimulation plan, the goal is to create an
environment which helps persons with serious disabilities to
experience successful development.
Best practice
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