Rehabilitasi Sosial dalam Menumbuhkan Kemandirian Penyandang Disabilitas di Sentra Budi Perkasa Palembang

Abstract

This study aims to find out the description of the independence of persons with disabilities at the Budi Perkasa Center Palembang, as well as to find out the strategies of social workers through social rehabilitation in fostering the independence of persons with disabilities at the Budi Perkasa Center in Palembang. The research method used is a qualitative approach using field research, observation data collection tools, interviews and documentation. The subjects of this study were two social workers and two beneficiaries. The data analysis techniques used are: data reduction, data presentation and conclusion or verification. The results of this study indicate that the independence of children with disabilities can be seen in terms of responsibility, independence, independence from others and initiative. Strategies used by social workers to increase the independence of persons with disabilities include outreach or face-to-face meetings, contracts, assessments, service plans, interventions, and referrals or returns.