Terry Krupa

TL;DR: This study uses a constructivist grounded theory methodology to analyze over 500 Canadian documents from a diverse range of sources and stakeholders, and interviews with 19 key informants to develop several key components central to the processes of stigma in the work context.

TL;DR: In this paper, a collective case study design informed by constructivist grounded theory data analysis methods was used to develop a framework of community development from an occupational therapy perspective, and ten methodological questions were proposed regarding research question development, research paradigm, design and analysis, and trustworthiness.

TL;DR: Examination of principles and practices guiding work integration within the fields of intellectual disability, brain injury, and mental illness and to identify best practices to support transitions to employment across these three groups reveal that the need and benefits of working are recognized across disability groups but that philosophical perspectives guide work integration differ.

TL;DR: The results suggest that VOCEC has been successful in creating paid employment opportunities at levels approximating minimum wage and establishing a structure to incubate new businesses.

TL;DR: A conceptual definition for vocational rehabilitation (VR) based on the ICF is offered to offer a multi-professional approach that is provided to individuals of working age with health-related impairments, limitations, or restrictions with work functioning.