Posts by Jayne Lehmann
The Resources Exist—But Are Health Professionals Using Them?
Written by Jayne Lehmann, Director, EdHealth Australia Health professionals often say they want to provide equitable, person-centred care. Yet when professional development competes with busy clinics, growing caseloads and administrative demands, education about intellectual disability can be pushed aside. It may be seen as relevant only to disability specialists or to a small group of…
Read MoreWhy diabetes support in the NDIS requires more than training
For too long, diabetes support within the disability sector has been approached as a clinical task to be delegated, rather than a complex support need to be understood. As a result, people with intellectual disability who live with diabetes often experience poorer health outcomes, avoidable hospital admissions, distressing health events, and support systems that struggle…
Read MoreWhy Equitable Access to Diabetes Care Matters for People with Intellectual Disability
By Jayne Lehmann, Director, EdHealth Australia People with intellectual disability are far more likely to experience barriers to diabetes education, support, and healthcare—yet they often have greater health needs and face poorer outcomes than the general population. While diabetes management depends on access to clear information, ongoing education, and appropriate support, many healthcare systems are…
Read MoreAddressing Health Inequities for People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Personal and Professional Journey
“Gaining deeper insights into verbal and non-verbal communication shared in empathetic care, assures truly person centred care…no matter to whom they are providing healthcare.”
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