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The value of employment according to the informal network of people with intellectual disabilities

Meaningful work or daily activities are important for quality of life but not always easy to find.

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The AWVB, together with care organization Amarant, examined how members of the social networks of people with intellectual disabilities value work and daytime activities. The key findings and recommendations for professionals, families, and policymakers are presented in this factsheet.

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