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Let’s Extend National DSP Recognition Week by 51 Weeks

Let’s Extend National DSP Recognition Week by 51 Weeks

July 23, 2020

Share your initiatives that make a long-lasting impact on DSPs beyond National DSP Recognition Week.

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Reducing ‘Challenging’ Behavior By Training Support Staff to Promote Dignity and Respect

Reducing ‘Challenging’ Behavior By Training Support Staff to Promote Dignity and Respect

July 7, 2020

Our study explored how dignity and respect can change behavior

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Ongoing Staff Development Improves the Health and Safety of People with IDD

Ongoing Staff Development Improves the Health and Safety of People with IDD

May 28, 2020

We explored the impact of ongoing staff development on abuse/neglect, emergency room visits, and injuries

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CQL’s Peter Leidy Recognizes DSPs During COVID-19

CQL’s Peter Leidy Recognizes DSPs During COVID-19

May 4, 2020

Peter Leidy, CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist, has produced a song to honor and recognize DSPs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Deja Kendricks: Creativity In Person-Centered Discovery

Deja Kendricks: Creativity In Person-Centered Discovery

September 8, 2019

Read how Deja Kendricks adapts the Personal Outcome Measures® in creative ways.

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Barbara Kostecke-Horton: Empowering People

Barbara Kostecke-Horton: Empowering People

September 8, 2019

Discover how Barbara learns about goals related to choices, community, and friendships.

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Beth Triplett: A Positive Source Of Support

Beth Triplett: A Positive Source Of Support

September 8, 2019

Learn how Beth used the Personal Outcomes Measures® to make a difference in the life of Tammy.

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Joshua Holland: A Cut Above The Rest

Joshua Holland: A Cut Above The Rest

September 8, 2019

Learn how Joshua supported a person to participate in the life of the community.

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Chelcie Jacobs: Dancing Away Shyness

Chelcie Jacobs: Dancing Away Shyness

September 8, 2019

Learn how Chelcie has helped one person overcome their shyness on the dance floor!

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Caroline Lass: The Life Of The Community

Caroline Lass: The Life Of The Community

September 8, 2019

Be inspired by Caroline's passion for supporting people to have full lives in the community.

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Carla Garrision Greene: Outcomes On The Ballot

Carla Garrision Greene: Outcomes On The Ballot

September 8, 2019

Find out how Carla helped embrace one person's passion for the election process.

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Daniel Schertzer: A Meeting With The Mayor!

Daniel Schertzer: A Meeting With The Mayor!

September 8, 2019

Find out how Daniel helped support people to meet the mayor of their village.

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Diane Norby: Cooking Up Outcomes

Diane Norby: Cooking Up Outcomes

September 8, 2019

Discover how Diane has cooked up a recipe for success through cooking-related outcomes.

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The DSP Crisis: Reimbursement Rates, Retention, and Research

The DSP Crisis: Reimbursement Rates, Retention, and Research

February 27, 2019

These research and policy briefs help draw attention to DSP workforce issues

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Rosa Mackie: Helping Dreams Come True!

Rosa Mackie: Helping Dreams Come True!

September 9, 2018

Discover the specific steps Rosa has taken proactive steps to supporting dreams and desires

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Tabitha Hatten: Helping Lisa Live Her Best Life

Tabitha Hatten: Helping Lisa Live Her Best Life

September 9, 2018

From swimming, to school, to volunteering, learn how Tabitha's supporting Lisa.

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Christine Williams: Advancing Volunteer Involvement

Christine Williams: Advancing Volunteer Involvement

September 9, 2018

Find out how Christine's helping Georgia get more engaged in her church.

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Frances Nyepan: Lighting Fireworks In People’s Lives

Frances Nyepan: Lighting Fireworks In People’s Lives

September 9, 2018

Read how Frances helped light up one woman's life through the 4th of July fireworks.

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Tammy & Greg: Supporting Outcomes Across James’ Life

Tammy & Greg: Supporting Outcomes Across James’ Life

September 9, 2018

From employment to relationships, find out how DSPs are supporting James' quality of life.

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Bradley Bargelski: An Education Advocate

Bradley Bargelski: An Education Advocate

September 9, 2018

Discover how Bradley supported one person's dream of graduating from college.

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