About the Course

In recent years, we have witnessed changes in the approach to psychiatric rehabilitation for people with multiple disabilities. Collaborations have been established between the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Social Affairs in the form of joint regional committees. An increasing number of people with multiple disabilities are eligible to receive a “rehabilitation package” based on their psychiatric disability. At the same time, most community-based mental health rehabilitation services are not equipped to address the needs arising from the other disabilities the individual faces; as a result, this population struggles to receive appropriate responses to their associated needs. In light of this, it is important to make information and knowledge about additional disabilities accessible, as well as to foster a deeper understanding of the services available in the community beyond the rehabilitation package.

Course Objective

A deep understanding of the challenges, needs, and strengths of people living with multiple disabilities. Acquiring tools for tailored rehabilitation work. Receiving information about rights and services that may be available outside the “rehabilitation basket.” Exploring opportunities for collaboration and ways to implement them in rehabilitation settings.

Course Structure:

6–9 learning sessions, each lasting 6 hours, that include lectures, exercises, case studies, and class discussions.

Participants:

• Managers, rehabilitation coordinators, supported employment coordinators, and professionals with at least one year of experience in the rehabilitation system.

Course Requirements:

• Mandatory attendance in 90% of classes and in the training group
• Submission of a final assignment.

Admission Requirements

• A professional from various disciplines: social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists, art therapists, psychotherapists, etc.
• Worker in a community rehabilitation framework for at least one year.