The complex model of working with a family raising a child with multiple impairments
The article presents a multi-faceted analysis of the existing state model of working with families raising children with multiple impairments. The study object is the (educational, medical, social and other) measures and methods of the systemic support of a disabled child. Those measures capable to improve the life quality offamily and creating favorable conditions for the development of the child within his capabilities. Based on data of these surveys, the structure of the model of integrated support for families bringing up the children with special needs is determined. The article confirms necessity to take into account the principles of continuity (from early development to adulthood) and importance of interaction between education, health and social services. The results of the study will be included in the process of developing the content and structural parts of the complex support model