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The ‘St. Louis Arc Advantage’ Is Distinct

The ‘St. Louis Arc Advantage’ Is Distinct

May 5, 2021

Find out about the transformative initiatives at the St. Louis Arc and the effect on people receiving services.

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Now Hiring: Part-Time CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist

Now Hiring: Part-Time CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist

May 3, 2021

CQL is currently accepting resumes for an open Part-Time Quality Enhancement Specialist position.

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Trinity Services, Inc.: Focused On True North

Trinity Services, Inc.: Focused On True North

April 21, 2021

Learn how Trinity Services, Inc. has maintained the highest level of distinction in their services for decades.

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Promoting the Community Integration of People with Dual Diagnosis

Promoting the Community Integration of People with Dual Diagnosis

April 7, 2021

We examined how individualized organizational supports facilitate the community integration of people with dual diagnosis

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CQL Postpones Biennial International Conference Until 2022

CQL Postpones Biennial International Conference Until 2022

March 26, 2021

CQL is postponing its biennial conference until October 2022, which was originally planned for October 2021.

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The Relationship Between Ageism and Ableism

The Relationship Between Ageism and Ableism

March 23, 2021

We explored occupational therapy students' ageism, and how it is impacted by ableism.

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Community Support Services: Creating Circles of Support In Illinois

Community Support Services: Creating Circles of Support In Illinois

March 19, 2021

Uncover how CSS promotes independence and participation in the lives of people with disabilities.

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DSP Turnover Negatively Impacts the Health and Safety of People with IDD

DSP Turnover Negatively Impacts the Health and Safety of People with IDD

March 8, 2021

We explored how DSP turnover impacts people with IDD's emergency department use, abuse and neglect, and injuries

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A Distinct Accreditation For Core Services of Northeast Tennessee

A Distinct Accreditation For Core Services of Northeast Tennessee

February 22, 2021

Discover how Core Services of Northeast Tennessee achieved CQL Accreditation, With Distinction.

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CQL Named As An Approved Accrediting Organization For CSSP In Arkansas

CQL Named As An Approved Accrediting Organization For CSSP In Arkansas

February 18, 2021

Read about how Community Support System Providers in Arkansas can improve quality through CQL Accreditation.

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The Arc of High Point: Accreditation, Rooted In Mission And Vision

The Arc of High Point: Accreditation, Rooted In Mission And Vision

February 16, 2021

Read about the positive impact The Arc of High Point has on the lives of people with disabilities.

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Community Participation and Continuity and Security Reduce Emergency Department Visits

Community Participation and Continuity and Security Reduce Emergency Department Visits

February 9, 2021

We examined the relationship between quality outcomes and emergency department utilization

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Accreditation in Arkansas: Independent Case Management, Inc.

Accreditation in Arkansas: Independent Case Management, Inc.

February 4, 2021

Find out how Independent Case Management (ICM) is providing exemplary supports across Arkansas.

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Natural Support Networks Improve Quality of Life and Impact Service Expenditures

Natural Support Networks Improve Quality of Life and Impact Service Expenditures

January 21, 2021

We examined the relationship between natural supports, and outcomes and expenditures.

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National Leaders Join CQL’s Board Of Directors

National Leaders Join CQL’s Board Of Directors

January 14, 2021

Meet the new members of CQL's Board of Directors who will help strengthen our operations and strategic direction.

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People with Higher Support Needs: Disparities in Outcomes and Organizational Supports

People with Higher Support Needs: Disparities in Outcomes and Organizational Supports

January 12, 2021

We examined quality of life disparities for people with higher support needs and how organizations can reduce these disparities

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New Star Is Changing Lives In Illinois and Indiana

New Star Is Changing Lives In Illinois and Indiana

January 7, 2021

Learn about New Star, a service provider in Illinois and Indiana, and their experiences with CQL Accreditation.

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IDD MLTSS Workgroup Response To CMS Request For Information

IDD MLTSS Workgroup Response To CMS Request For Information

December 17, 2020

The workgroup shares its recommendations for the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services measure set.

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Now Hiring: Part-Time CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist

Now Hiring: Part-Time CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist

December 16, 2020

CQL is currently accepting resumes for an open Part-Time Quality Enhancement Specialist position.

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The HCBS Settings Rule Can Improve Health and Safety of People with IDD

The HCBS Settings Rule Can Improve Health and Safety of People with IDD

December 10, 2020

We examined the relationship between the HCBS Settings Rule, and abuse/neglect, injuries, and emergency room visits

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