I am a Health Visitor with an MSc in Disability Studies. I have been asked
to present evidence as to the value of Health Visitors having involvement
in families where some individuals have disabilities. I realise that some
will see this as reinforcing medical interference. However, since Health
Visitors often act as advocates holistically for all families and also
work in a medical situation (i.e. when attached to GP surgeries), could
they be of value to families. Maybe a specialist Health/Home Visitor
acting as a resource and consultant to other Health Visitors does have a
role – or perhaps there is no role. I am really interested in evidence,
and would be pleased if anyone knows of any, particularly in the age band
5-18years.
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