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Delarc’s Internship Program Educates Students About The Work of DSPs 

Delarc’s Internship Program Educates Students About The Work of DSPs 

Posted on September 5, 2023

The FwdBound Internship Program informs high school students, supports existing DSPs, and adds energy to the organization.

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Community Living Services, Inc.’s Program To Recognize Exemplary DSPs  

Community Living Services, Inc.’s Program To Recognize Exemplary DSPs  

Posted on September 5, 2023

Discover action steps, solutions to potential challenges, and more, to set up your own DSP recognition initiative.

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Constant Companion, LLC’s Initiative To Ensure DSP Longevity 

Constant Companion, LLC’s Initiative To Ensure DSP Longevity 

Posted on September 5, 2023

An inside look at the Longevity Action Plan created by Constant Companion, LLC to support DSPs.

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Assisting DSPs In Overcoming Life’s Obstacles 

Assisting DSPs In Overcoming Life’s Obstacles 

Posted on September 5, 2023

Find out how the organization Help Over Hurdles supports DSPs by providing financial assistance.

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Koinonia’s Coaching Program Helps Prepare New DSPs  

Koinonia’s Coaching Program Helps Prepare New DSPs  

Posted on September 5, 2023

Receive an inside look at the New Hire Coaching Program from Koinonia Homes Inc.

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Jubilee’s Seminar Series Connects DSPs To Organizational Culture   

Jubilee’s Seminar Series Connects DSPs To Organizational Culture   

Posted on September 5, 2023

Read how Jubilee’s Core Values Seminar Series sheds light on the ‘why’ behind a DSP’s work.

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Using ‘POP Bucks’ To Demonstrate Appreciation For DSPs  

Using ‘POP Bucks’ To Demonstrate Appreciation For DSPs  

Posted on September 5, 2023

People of Potential, Inc. has implemented the ‘POP Bucks’ program to show staff that they are valued and appreciated.

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Inside Providence’s Program To Gather Feedback From New DSP Hires 

Inside Providence’s Program To Gather Feedback From New DSP Hires 

Posted on September 5, 2023

Providence of Maryland, Inc. offers insight into their Touch Points Program, which aims to improve the experiences of new DSPs.

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DSPs Receive Leadership Development Support Through The Guild’s Program 

DSPs Receive Leadership Development Support Through The Guild’s Program 

Posted on September 5, 2023

Find out how The Guild’s Leadership in Direct Support (LiDS) program supports DSPs to grow in their careers.

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DSP Advisory Group From TN DIDD Helps Initiate Transformation

DSP Advisory Group From TN DIDD Helps Initiate Transformation

Posted on September 5, 2023

TN DIDD established the DSP Advisory Group to inform change across the state and help support the work of DSPs.

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Meet Danny Queen: CQL Certification “Royalty”

Meet Danny Queen: CQL Certification “Royalty”

Posted on August 24, 2023

Mosaic’s Danny Queen reflects on his career, his use of the Personal Outcome Measures®, and his CQL Certification.

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Associations and State Agencies: Sponsor Free CQL Webinars

Associations and State Agencies: Sponsor Free CQL Webinars

Posted on August 23, 2023

Associations and state agencies can sponsor free webinars that will be presented by CQL.

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Miranda Baumann: August Monthly Staff Spotlight

Miranda Baumann: August Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on August 10, 2023

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Miranda Baumann, CQL's Technical Support Specialist.

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Medicaid HCBS for People with IDD

Medicaid HCBS for People with IDD

Posted on August 10, 2023

We examined how HCBS was allocated for people with IDD in FY 2021

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Technology First Yet to Impact HCBS Allocation

Technology First Yet to Impact HCBS Allocation

Posted on August 3, 2023

We examined how Technology First initiatives impacted HCBS for people with IDD

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Natural Supports Improve Every Area of Quality of Life

Natural Supports Improve Every Area of Quality of Life

Posted on July 25, 2023

We examined the impact of natural supports on personal outcomes

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Welcome House, Inc. Commits to Promoting Independence in Ohio

Welcome House, Inc. Commits to Promoting Independence in Ohio

Posted on July 11, 2023

Read about cultivating quality in residential and day services in Cleveland's suburbs

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Eric DesSoye: July Monthly Staff Spotlight

Eric DesSoye: July Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on July 6, 2023

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Eric DesSoye, one of our Quality Enhancement Specialists.

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Remote Supports for People with IDD in HCBS

Remote Supports for People with IDD in HCBS

Posted on June 27, 2023

We examined how states provided remote supports in HCBS for people with IDD.

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CQL Welcomes Courtney Kelly As Vice President of State Initiatives

CQL Welcomes Courtney Kelly As Vice President of State Initiatives

Posted on June 21, 2023

Courtney Kelly will lead, develop, and nurture partnerships at the state level to promote quality across the human services field.

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