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ADAPT Community Network: Carrying The Torch Of Quality

ADAPT Community Network: Carrying The Torch Of Quality

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

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

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

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

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

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

October 14, 2016

Find out how CQL Accreditation has impacted Boundless holistically.

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Damon Postell: Supporting Lenin To Find His Voice

Damon Postell: Supporting Lenin To Find His Voice

September 11, 2016

Discover how Lenin transformed from being timid to a spoken word poetry artist.

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Ashley Golson: Supporting Johnny To Get His Driver’s License

Ashley Golson: Supporting Johnny To Get His Driver’s License

September 11, 2016

Put on your seatbelt for this story about how Ashley supported Johnny to get his license.

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Lindsay: Supporting The Unbreakable Bonds Of Friendship

Lindsay: Supporting The Unbreakable Bonds Of Friendship

September 11, 2016

Learn how Lindsay helped reconnect old friends 'across the pond.'

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Lisa Rosekrans: Connecting Families Through Personal Outcome Measures®

Lisa Rosekrans: Connecting Families Through Personal Outcome Measures®

September 11, 2016

Unpack this story about how Etta took the trip of a lifetime for a family reunion.

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Mike Mizgala: Supporting Me Through School

Mike Mizgala: Supporting Me Through School

September 11, 2016

Crack open the books and read this story about how Mike supported Letisia through school.

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Mary Frank: Helping Volunteer Opportunities Take Off

Mary Frank: Helping Volunteer Opportunities Take Off

September 11, 2016

Take off with a story about how Jasper got a volunteering gig at the airport.

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Becky Farr: Supporting Michael To Achieve His Goals

Becky Farr: Supporting Michael To Achieve His Goals

September 11, 2016

Discover how Becky is supporting Michael's involvement in community-based employment.

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Rene & Jessilyn: Supporting Me To Get Behind The Wheel

Rene & Jessilyn: Supporting Me To Get Behind The Wheel

September 11, 2016

Read Amanda's letter about how two DSPs have supported her in learning how to drive.

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Rita: Promoting Trust And Respect As A DSP

Rita: Promoting Trust And Respect As A DSP

September 11, 2016

Learn how Rita has helped support one woman through difficult times and loss.

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Casey Potts: Committed To Improving Quality Of Life

Casey Potts: Committed To Improving Quality Of Life

September 11, 2016

Read how Casey has supported Daren in achieving his goals, one involving wrestling events.

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Chandra Day: Helping Rob Achieve Employment Outcomes

Chandra Day: Helping Rob Achieve Employment Outcomes

September 11, 2016

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

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Nominal Group Technique: An Interactive Research Technique for Working With People with IDD

Nominal Group Technique: An Interactive Research Technique for Working With People with IDD

September 8, 2016

Nominal Group Technique is an accessible method for gaining insight from adults with IDD

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Family as Paid Personal Care Providers: A National Analysis

Family as Paid Personal Care Providers: A National Analysis

August 27, 2016

We examined Medicaid HCBS IDD waivers which paid family caregivers for providing personal care

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