Journal of Integrated Care · 2004 · 20 citations · 1 references
Public AffairsHealth PolicySocial PolicyDisability PolicyHealth Services ResearchPediatric DisabilityChild Welfare PolicyChildren With DisabilitiesCross-sector PartnershipsDisability InclusionDisability Policy For ChildrenSocial Care IntegrationChild Disability PolicyComplex Care NeedsDisability Services For ChildrenDisability Services IntegrationPartnership WorkingService Integration PartnershipsService Provider CollaborationSocial Exclusion Theory
Recent government policies in relation to children stress the importance of service integration and partnership working, with particular emphasis on combating social exclusion. With reference to findings from a three‐year empirical study, this article examines some key elements of the process of multi‐agency working in services for disabled children with complex health care needs. It highlights some of the barriers to effective partnerships and lists some pointers for policy and practice.
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