RT Journal Article
T1 Co-Constructing Inclusive Housing for People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Multi-Stakeholder Expert Consensus Study
A1 Díaz Jiménez, Rosa María
A1 Quesada Cubo, Mª Ángeles
A1 De la Fuente Robles, Yolanda Mª
K1 Intellectual disability
K1 Inclusive housing
K1 Social determinants of health
K1 Residential inclusion
K1 Supportive environments
K1 Multi-stakeholder consensus
K1 Inclusive research
AB BackgroundInclusive housing for people with intellectual disabilities is central to social justice, health and quality of life. Yet many existing models retain institutional features and insufficiently reflect the preferences of those directly affected. Advancing inclusive housing requires participatory processes that integrate experiential, professional, academic, and policy perspectives.ObjectiveTo achieve multi-stakeholder expert consensus to validate an analytical framework for assessing inclusive housing models for people with intellectual disabilities, informing the development of person-centered and rights-based residential solutions.MethodsA multi-stakeholder expert panel (N = 66), comprising five stakeholder groups— activists with intellectual disabilities, family members, professionals, researchers, public administration and housing providers representatives— evaluated 38 housing items across four interrelated environmental domains (physical, social, supportive, and symbolic). Quantitative ratings and qualitative justifications were analyzed to identify consensus patterns and refine the framework.ResultsHigh level of consensus were observed across expert types, particularly regarding supportive, symbolic and physical dimensions. Priority elements included access to social protection systems, autonomy, safety, functional and adaptable design, and stable, well-trained support staff. Relational and symbolic aspects, such as personalization, dignity, and a sense of belonging, were strongly endorsed. Divergent views emerged mainly regarding residential typologies, highlighting the need for flexible housing options responsive to individual preferences and support needs.ConclusionsInclusive housing extends beyond physical accessibility to encompass ethical, relational, structural, and symbolic dimensions shaping autonomy, participation and well-being. Multi-stakeholder processes consensus can contribute to bridging policy frameworks and lived experience, supporting housing models that promote health, equality, and full citizenship.
PB Elsevier
YR 2026
FD 2026-04-09
LK https://hdl.handle.net/10433/26463
UL https://hdl.handle.net/10433/26463
LA en
NO Quesada-Cubo, M. Á., Díaz-Jiménez, R. M., & de la Fuente-Robles, Y. M. (2026). Co-Constructing Inclusive Housing for People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Multi-Stakeholder Expert Consensus Study. Disability and Health Journal, 102074. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dhjo.2026.102074
NO Universidad Pablo de Olavide. Departamento de Trabajo Social y Servicios Sociales
DS RIO
RD Apr 27, 2026