Article Publication Date:
1/8/2008
Summary:
A study was conducted on consumer-directed personal assistance services (PAS) cooperatives, with an emphasis on workplace PAS. This report presents case studies of seven cooperatives, describes advantages of consumer-run cooperatives, identifies funding issues and sources, and presents considerations for those contemplating starting. It contains a review of the literature which reveals only a few examples of successful consumer-directed PAS cooperatives in the US, however, they show promise.
Topics:
Consumer/Participant Direction
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Personal Assistant
Sources:
The Center on Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
Keywords:
N/A
PAS Cooperatives;
Contact
Center for Personal Assistance Services
Phone:
866-727-9577
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51464