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Unconscious Bias: Implicit Attitudes and What They Mean

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Janet Beckford: Walking The Walk!

Janet Beckford: Walking The Walk!

Posted on September 10, 2017

Walk in Janet's shoes and learn how she helps people exercise their brains and bodies.

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Brandie Thomason: Using Positive Behavior Supports To Help Marie Achieve Her Goals

Brandie Thomason: Using Positive Behavior Supports To Help Marie Achieve Her Goals

Posted on September 10, 2017

Read about Brandie's behavior and medical-related supports, grounded in dignity and respect.

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Madicella Martinez: Helping Lisa Reach Her Personal Outcomes Through Informed Decision Making

Madicella Martinez: Helping Lisa Reach Her Personal Outcomes Through Informed Decision Making

Posted on September 10, 2017

Discover how Madicella has embraced informed decision making to empower Lisa's independence.

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Sexual Health Services Lacking For People With IDD

Sexual Health Services Lacking For People With IDD

Posted on September 8, 2017

This study explored sexual health services in Medicaid HCBS waivers for people with IDD

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HCBS Settings Rule: 2017 Update

HCBS Settings Rule: 2017 Update

Posted on September 7, 2017

Read about the key takeaways following the postponement of statewide compliance with the HCBS Settings Rule.

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HCBS ACT Program Successfully Increases Stakeholders’ Settings Rule Knowledge

HCBS ACT Program Successfully Increases Stakeholders’ Settings Rule Knowledge

Posted on September 6, 2017

This study evaluated how the HCBS ACT program expanded knowledge of the Settings Rule.

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All People Are Able To Live In Integrated Environments

All People Are Able To Live In Integrated Environments

Posted on July 18, 2017

Our research finds organizational supports can facilitate integrated living monumentally

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CQL Releases Breakout Sessions for 2017 Conference

CQL Releases Breakout Sessions for 2017 Conference

Posted on July 1, 2017

The 2017 CQL Conference is featuring breakout sessions covering a wide range of critical topics.

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When it Comes to Disability, What Do Siblings Think?

When it Comes to Disability, What Do Siblings Think?

Posted on June 12, 2017

This study examined siblings' conscious and unconscious attitudes towards disability

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CMS Extends HCBS Compliancy Transition Period

CMS Extends HCBS Compliancy Transition Period

Posted on May 10, 2017

The deadline has now been extended until March 17, 2022.

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Understanding Awareness: Attitudes Toward Disability

Understanding Awareness: Attitudes Toward Disability

Posted on March 17, 2017

This study explored the relationship between how people understand disability and attitudes

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Waiver Funding For Work: Supported Employment For People with IDD

Waiver Funding For Work: Supported Employment For People with IDD

Posted on February 28, 2017

This study examined how Medicaid HCBS waivers provided supported employment to people with IDD

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ADAPT Community Network: Carrying The Torch Of Quality

ADAPT Community Network: Carrying The Torch Of Quality

Posted on February 16, 2017

Staff members of ADAPT Community Network pursue and achieve CQL Certification.

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CQL Position Statement On The HCBS Final Rule

CQL Position Statement On The HCBS Final Rule

Posted on January 25, 2017

CQL supports the full integration of people with disabilities in communities.

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The HCBS Advocacy Coalition Submits Response To CMS’ RFI

The HCBS Advocacy Coalition Submits Response To CMS’ RFI

Posted on January 9, 2017

Coalition, including CQL, offers comments and recommendations to CMS' RFI

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Finalizing The Rule Banning Electrical Stimulation Devices

Finalizing The Rule Banning Electrical Stimulation Devices

Posted on December 28, 2016

CQL urges the FDA to finalize the ban on electrical stimulation devices.

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Siblings’ Attitudes About Disability and Prenatal Testing

Siblings’ Attitudes About Disability and Prenatal Testing

Posted on November 27, 2016

We explored siblings’ understandings of prenatal genetic testing and social meanings of disability

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Quality Enhancement Through Accreditation, Since 1983

Quality Enhancement Through Accreditation, Since 1983

Posted on November 4, 2016

Learn how CQL Accreditation is helping the St. Louis Arc strengthen its supports.

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In Spades: A CQL Partnership Pays Off In Ohio

In Spades: A CQL Partnership Pays Off In Ohio

Posted on October 14, 2016

Find out how CQL Accreditation has impacted Boundless holistically.

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Chandra Day: Helping Rob Achieve Employment Outcomes

Chandra Day: Helping Rob Achieve Employment Outcomes

Posted on September 11, 2016

Find out how Chandra supported Rob in securing a job that 'worked' for him.

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