The state of services rendered for people with disabilities in Gamo Gofa zone
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2009-06
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Addis Ababa Universty
Abstract
This study attempts to investigate the state of services provIsion to
people with disabilities (PwDs) in Garno Gofa Zone through identifying
services rendered, the relevance of services, its sustainability and
challenges in delivering services. The researcher applied qualitative
method of study to identify the state of service for PwDs. The study areas
include rehabilitation center, special school and school with special
classes that directly involved in PwDs issues. The data was collected in
using the interview as main instruments. In addition focus group
discussion and observation instruments were used to support the data
obtained through interview. People who participated in providing
information for the study were PwDs, parents of PwDs, field workers,
coordinators, directors and teachers.
As the findings revealed the main services delivered were medical, educational,
social, economic and vocational rehabilitation. The services advantaged PwDs to
get educational and employment opportunity, minimizing disabling conditions,
improving their health, livelihood and social interaction.
The established rehabilitation center and special school, special classes opened
in different primary schools, the disseminated knowledge and skills, and
trained man power in the community were good bases for sustainability of
services to PwDs in the zone.
The provision of services to PwDs in Garno Gofa zone brought effective changes
on the life of PwDs. But its coverage was only for PwDs in small areas of the
zone from large number of PwDs in each kebeles. There are also different
challenges on the provision of services. There fore it needs strengthening the
implementation of already involved organizations and participation of others.
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