title: Ageing with a Lifelong Disability: A guide to practice, program and policy issues for human services professionals Christine Bigby Ageing with a Lifelong Disability: A guide to practice, program and policy issues for human services professionals Jessica Kingsley Publishers 256pp £19.95 1 84310 077 0 1843100770.
abstract: Based on the author's research experience and social work practice, this guide offers knowledge on ageing with a disability in the context of more mainstream knowledge about ageing processes. Using a concept of 'successful ageing' as a framework, the author presents strategies for the challenges facing older people with a lifelong disability. Particular focus is given to lifestyle planning, daily life and leisure, housing and support, advocacy, case management and health.