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Fine-Tuning Your Human Rights Committee

Fine-Tuning Your Human Rights Committee

Posted on April 28, 2021

Receive important guidance and information for forming and maintaining Human Rights Committees at your organization.

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Trinity Services, Inc.: Focused On True North

Trinity Services, Inc.: Focused On True North

Posted on April 21, 2021

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

Article
Promoting the Community Integration of People with Dual Diagnosis

Promoting the Community Integration of People with Dual Diagnosis

Posted on April 7, 2021

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

Article
Using The Three E’s To Impact Rights

Using The Three E’s To Impact Rights

Posted on March 31, 2021

In this Capstone, learn about how the "Three E’s" can be used to support people with disabilities in exercising their rights.

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CQL Postpones Biennial International Conference Until 2022

CQL Postpones Biennial International Conference Until 2022

Posted on March 26, 2021

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

Article
The Relationship Between Ageism and Ableism

The Relationship Between Ageism and Ableism

Posted on March 23, 2021

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

Article
Community Support Services: Creating Circles of Support In Illinois

Community Support Services: Creating Circles of Support In Illinois

Posted on March 19, 2021

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

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

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

Posted on March 8, 2021

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

Article
Virtual POM Interviews During The Pandemic

Virtual POM Interviews During The Pandemic

Posted on February 25, 2021

Read how you can be successful in conducting Personal Outcome Measures® interviews through virtual platforms.

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A Distinct Accreditation For Core Services of Northeast Tennessee

A Distinct Accreditation For Core Services of Northeast Tennessee

Posted on February 22, 2021

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

Article
CQL Named As An Approved Accrediting Organization For CSSP In Arkansas

CQL Named As An Approved Accrediting Organization For CSSP In Arkansas

Posted on 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

Posted on February 16, 2021

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

Article
Community Participation and Continuity and Security Reduce Emergency Department Visits

Community Participation and Continuity and Security Reduce Emergency Department Visits

Posted on February 9, 2021

We examined the relationship between quality outcomes and emergency department utilization

Article
Accreditation in Arkansas: Independent Case Management, Inc.

Accreditation in Arkansas: Independent Case Management, Inc.

Posted on February 4, 2021

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

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The Three E’s: Education, Experience, and Exposure

The Three E’s: Education, Experience, and Exposure

Posted on January 28, 2021

We look how education, experience, and exposure create the foundation for informed choices in the lives of people with disabilities.

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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

Posted on January 21, 2021

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

Article
National Leaders Join CQL’s Board Of Directors

National Leaders Join CQL’s Board Of Directors

Posted on 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

Posted on January 12, 2021

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

Article
New Star Is Changing Lives In Illinois and Indiana

New Star Is Changing Lives In Illinois and Indiana

Posted on 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

Posted on December 17, 2020

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

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