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What are the problems of parent-caregivers in Serbia and will a law be passed?
Every day in the family of Nikolina Crnogorac begins and ends with caring for their son.
TL;DR
- Parent-caregivers in Serbia face 24/7 responsibility for their adult children with disabilities, often losing support services after schooling.
- A proposed law aims to formalize the status of parent-caregivers, offering monthly compensation and social security, but its details and sufficiency are under scrutiny.
- Families are concerned about the lack of comprehensive support services, such as personal assistants and community living options, and the potential loss of autonomy for individuals with disabilities.
- International examples from Croatia, Montenegro, Germany, and Sweden highlight various models of support, including financial aid, social security, and community-based services.
- Advocates call for supported decision-making models and community-based services to ensure the dignity, independence, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.