1. Objectifs

Intentions :
«The current manuscript focuses on parents’ perspectives regarding the effects of the Agreement [Agreement for the complementarity of services between the health and social services network and the education network (Ministry of Education, 2003)] on their school-age child and their family. A number of elements relevant to collaborative and cohesion practices have been explored.» (p. 2)

2. Méthode

Échantillon/Matériau :
«A survey design, using quantitative and qualitative methodology, was used to collect self-reported data in 2008–2009 from a provincial sample of parents living with their children.» (p. 2) «Fifty-six parents were interviewed (Mothers: n = 49; Fathers: n = 5; Foster parents: n = 2).» (p. 3)

Instruments :
Guide d’entretien semi-directif

Type de traitement des données :
Analyse de contenu
Analyse statistique

3. Résumé

À la suite de leur étude, les auteurs concluent que «[b]eing a parent of a child with special needs can be very challenging. Additional burdens are associated with the beginning of school (Keller & Honig, 2004). This investigation’s findings suggest that the Agreement has the potential to help parents because it promotes the development of links and common objectives between the two networks. Such development is critical to support the education of children and their development process. Furthermore, the findings should encourage all education, social and health professionals to actively work with common goals. Informing parents of available services and inviting them to actively join the discussions should be considered. The investigation reveals that parents are important actors in the development of children with special needs. They are motivated in different ways to create alliances with professionals. This Agreement is unique and provides guidelines to support collaborative practice between two networks, including parents and children.» (p. 7)