Facilities must be available to take over when families are unable to care for a relative who is retarded. There is a need for more group homes, foster homes, day-care centers and small residential facilities. The trend is away from larger institutions, which often lack funds and staff required for quality care. More services for more people in the future. Private agencies, government and industry can work together, combining a wide range of knowledge and resources.
Cooperation is the best way to develop better distribution of services to all groups.
Mental retardation is a complex problem, with educational, medical, social, cultural and vocational aspects. Over the next decade, we look to progress in these areas. Specialized Clinics Provide direct help and new information through diagnosis, evaluation and treatment over the long term. Many such centers already exist. Psychological Research Learning about the learning process itself gives educators clues to more effective teaching methods for people who are retarded.