Self-Determination and Leisure Experiences of Women Living in Two Group Homes

• Autores: Brenda Rossow-Kimball, Donna L. Goodwin
• Localización: Adapted physical activity quaterly, ISSN 0736-5829, Vol. 26, Nº. 1, 2009, págs. 1-20
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • This phenomenological case study examined the leisure experiences of five women with intellectual disabilities (ages 44�60) in two group homes. Using participant observation, artifacts, and semistructured interviews, the nature of the women�s leisure experiences were understood within the conceptual framework of self-determination. Five staff members were also interviewed to further con­textualize the women�s leisure experiences. Thematic analysis revealed three main themes: leisure at home, leisure in the community, and leisure with family and friends. Leisure was experienced differently in each group home, largely due to staff-created input into leisure choices. In one group home, leisure was super­vised; in the other, independent leisure was encouraged. The study highlights the importance of promoting self-determined leisure for those approaching retire­ment age.