Community-based rehabilitation/community based inclusive development functioning during the COVID-19 pandemic: A secondary analysis of qualitative data.
Ansha Nega AhmedReshma Parvin NuriXiaolin XuVenkatesh BalakrishnaAlaa SebehCarolyne MaholoHeather Michelle AlderseyPublished in: PloS one (2024)
Our findings suggest that technology can play a vital role in continuing many services (e.g., CBR/CBID) that cannot be offered in person during crises like COVID-19. However, it is important to remember that technology may not be accessible to many individuals with disabilities, specifically those who reside in rural areas and who experience adverse situations like financial constraints. Additionally, many persons with disabilities may not have the necessary knowledge and skills to use technology. CBR personnel must consider that before adopting technology to provide services under CBR programs.