| Sumario: | This article reports the findings of a qualitative research study utilizing focus groups which obtained the perspectives of people with significant disabilities and family members about their overall employment experiences, concerns, and expectations. Focus group participants responded to questions about job outcomes and satisfaction, work relationships, support at work, job obstacles, and job expectations. This paper summarizes the key themes which emerged in response to the focus group questions and highlights the similarities and differences among consumer and family perspectives on these issues. The implications of these findings for professionals working with individuals with disabilities and their families are summarized. Reprinted by permission of the publisher.
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