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Spirituality: Definitions, Barriers, and Best Practices

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Watching Over or Watching Out? Ethical Practices in Camera Use

Watching Over or Watching Out? Ethical Practices in Camera Use

Posted on May 12, 2025

The rights, risks, and responsibilities involving the ethical use of cameras and CCTV.

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Find Your Community

Find Your Community

Posted on April 28, 2025

Explore best practices for supporting people to engage in the communities of their choosing.

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The HCBS Settings Rule: How Organizations Can Support Families

The HCBS Settings Rule: How Organizations Can Support Families

Posted on March 17, 2025

Learn strategies to support families navigating service changes due to the HCBS Settings Rule and receive insight from a provider.

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Transforming Services and Systems Using Personal Outcome Measures®

Transforming Services and Systems Using Personal Outcome Measures®

Posted on February 24, 2025

Learn how CQL’s partners leverage the power of the POM after the interviews end.

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Supported Decision-Making Part Two: SDM In Action 

Supported Decision-Making Part Two: SDM In Action 

Posted on January 27, 2025

Learn more about SDM from a recognized expert and hear from people putting SDM into action.

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CQL Spotlight on 2024 

CQL Spotlight on 2024 

Posted on December 17, 2024

A look back at CQL’s major milestones, developments, and accomplishments from this past year.

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Supported Decision-Making: An Update on Trends in the United States

Supported Decision-Making: An Update on Trends in the United States

Posted on November 21, 2024

Receive insight into SDM from a recognized expert and access data around decision-making authority.

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Solutions, Tips, And Resources To Improve Employment Outcomes 

Solutions, Tips, And Resources To Improve Employment Outcomes 

Posted on October 30, 2024

CQL staff members offer up strategies, tools, and ideas for supporting employment in people’s lives.

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Established Solutions For Issues Affecting DSPs

Established Solutions For Issues Affecting DSPs

Posted on September 23, 2024

Explore programs that support DSPs and learn the latest on advocacy efforts and federal policy.

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Accruing Resources And Guidance To Support Financial Literacy 

Accruing Resources And Guidance To Support Financial Literacy 

Posted on August 26, 2024

Understand the impact of accessing one’s own money and receive resources to support financial literacy.

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‘Get Out The Vote’ – Supporting People Ahead Of Election Day

‘Get Out The Vote’ – Supporting People Ahead Of Election Day

Posted on July 30, 2024

We break down voting-related topics with impactful data, important legislation, and tips to promote civic engagement.

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A Look In The Rear View Mirror At The CQL Un-Conference 

A Look In The Rear View Mirror At The CQL Un-Conference 

Posted on June 26, 2024

Take a trip with us to reflect on the unique and interactive event held in Fishers, Indiana in May 2024.

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Supporting Older Adults with Disabilities to ‘Age in Place’

Supporting Older Adults with Disabilities to ‘Age in Place’

Posted on May 28, 2024

Discover ways for people to age comfortably in their own homes through CQL data and direct experience from providers.

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Sparking Organizational Change Through Data

Sparking Organizational Change Through Data

Posted on April 24, 2024

Learn tangible tips and practical steps for leveraging data to improve quality at your agency.

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Spirituality: Definitions, Barriers, and Best Practices

Spirituality: Definitions, Barriers, and Best Practices

Posted on March 29, 2024

Leading experts provide an overview of spirituality in the lives of people with IDD and strategies to enhance supports.

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Moving From Community Participation to Inclusion and Integration

Moving From Community Participation to Inclusion and Integration

Posted on February 21, 2024

Tips, tricks, data, and direct experience from a CQL Accredited organization on building community.

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POM Resources: Latest Releases And Long-Time Favorites 

POM Resources: Latest Releases And Long-Time Favorites 

Posted on January 22, 2024

Various tools, articles, research, and webinars to support you in understanding and using the Personal Outcome Measures®.

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CQL Spotlight on 2023 

CQL Spotlight on 2023 

Posted on December 18, 2023

A collection of CQL highlights in 2023, covering resource development, organizational growth, expanding connections, and more!

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Best Practices From ‘Distinct’ Human Services Organizations  

Best Practices From ‘Distinct’ Human Services Organizations  

Posted on November 28, 2023

Organizations that achieved CQL’s Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation, With Distinction share innovative approaches.

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Part II: Innovative Employment Services Strategies 

Part II: Innovative Employment Services Strategies 

Posted on October 30, 2023

Learn about attracting and retaining employment services staff and technology to improve employment success.

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