Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities: A Guide for Service Providers, Families, and Congregations

Carter, Erik W. PhD

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Brookes, Paul H.
ISBN:	1-55766-743-8 (1557667438)
ISBN-13:	978-1-55766-743-4 (9781557667434)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2007
Publish Date:	04/07
Weight:	0.79 Lbs.
Pages:	264
Carton Quantity:	44
Subject Class:	G-I (General Interest)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 6 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.

Class Specifications
LC Class:	BV4460
Abstract:	A congregational community is an ideal place to share and strengthen faith, form lasting relationships, and develop special gifts and talents. Too often, though, people with developmental and other disabilities lack the opportunities and supports to fully participate in the life of their faith community. That's why families and service providers need to read this groundbreaking guidebook--and share a copy with congregations that want to become places of welcome and belonging for people with disabilities. To make inclusion work in any faith community, this how-to book gives readers workable strategies and photocopiable forms for identifying "indicators of welcome," encouraging community outreach, and gathering important information about the support needs of people with disabilities and their families.