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Planned change in the disability community.

Randall R Myers¹

¹RRMyers Consulting, Burtonsville, MD 20866, USA. rrmyers@comcast.net

Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation

|November 9, 2007

Summary

Implementing planned change for disabled populations, including the deaf and hard of hearing, requires specific skills. Key factors for successful change include the agent

Area of Science:

Healthcare Access
Disability Studies
Mental Health Services

Background:

Planned change for individuals with disabilities necessitates specialized knowledge and skills.
Effective change management requires careful consideration of various factors.
Improving access to mental health services is crucial for underserved populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify and discuss critical aspects of the planned change process for disabled populations.
To illustrate these aspects using a case study of improving mental health service access for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
To provide insights for change agents working with special populations.

Main Methods:

The article identifies key elements of planned change: change agent characteristics, timing, and vision creation.

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It uses a narrative approach, drawing on the author's experience as a change agent.

The focus is on a long-range initiative to enhance mental health service accessibility.

Main Results:

Characteristics of the change agent are vital for successful implementation.
Strategic timing of change initiatives significantly impacts outcomes.
Developing a clear vision is essential for guiding the change process.
The case study highlights practical application of these principles.

Conclusions:

Successful planned change for disabled individuals hinges on agent attributes, timing, and a shared vision.
These principles are transferable to other initiatives aimed at improving services for special populations.
The article underscores the importance of lived experience in driving change.