Leadership in intellectual disability

Source: December 2024 | Learning Disability Practice

This is a summary of the peer-reviewed article: Exploring practice leadership in intellectual disability services: a concept analysis by Ruth Ryan, Owen Doody, Eileen Carey et al. The article examines and critically appraises practice leadership in intellectual disability services through a concept analysis. Intellectual disability services rely on high-quality practice from staff to ensure positive outcomes for service users. Practice leaders, typically front-line managers, have a crucial role in creating a culture that fosters person-centred care, staff empowerment, and continuous learning and improvement.



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