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Testing an Adapted ICF Model: Aging, Vision Impairment, Activity, Participation and Subjective Dimensions of Functioning

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 February 2012

Gretchen Ann Good
Gretchen Ann Good*
Affiliation:
Wayne State University, United States of America, and Massey University, New Zealand
*
Wayne State University, Institute of Gerontology, 87 East Ferry Street, 255 Knapp Building, Detroit MI 48202, United States of America. E-mail: [email protected].
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Abstract

An adapted model of the ICF, which incorporates subjective dimensions of functioning, has proven useful in classifying variables for research. This model was tested for its potential for further development. The following study evaluates the relationships between the components of the adapted ICF model. Five hundred and sixty surveys from adults aged 65+ from the Manawatu region of New Zealand were analyzed to test the proposed model. An adapted model of the ICF, developed in prior research exploring the impact of vision impairment on the lives of older adults, was tested. There was evidence to support the proposal that the adapted ICF model is valid and that there are moderate and strong relationships between the components. Results can influence further development of the ICF and details of this study can enhance research, practice, policy and education related to aging and human service delivery. Providers, educators and researchers should be encouraged to incorporate subjective dimensions of functioning, such as satisfaction measures, into assessments related to rehabilitation of older adults.

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The Australian Journal of Rehabilitation Counselling , Volume 11 , Issue 2 , January 2005 , pp. 115 - 135
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2005

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