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The Vocational Training Center Offers DSPs a ‘Roadmap To Success’ 

The Vocational Training Center Offers DSPs a ‘Roadmap To Success’ 

Posted on September 6, 2024

VTC expanded its orientation process to equip and empower DSPs to be more effective in their new role.

Article
Career Ladders For DSPs At Person Centered Care Services (PCCS) 

Career Ladders For DSPs At Person Centered Care Services (PCCS) 

Posted on September 6, 2024

Find out how DSPs at PCCS are using NADSP Certification to advance in their career and grow professionally.

Article
Quality Rooted In Compassion At The Arc Of Atlantic County

Quality Rooted In Compassion At The Arc Of Atlantic County

Posted on September 2, 2024

Find out how the New Jersey organization builds community, fosters communication, and empowers employees.

Article
Provider Organizational Culture Impacts People with IDD’s Outcomes

Provider Organizational Culture Impacts People with IDD’s Outcomes

Posted on August 28, 2024

We examined how treating staff with dignity and respect contributes to quality of life

Article
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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Gretchen Block: August Monthly Staff Spotlight

Gretchen Block: August Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on August 20, 2024

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Gretchen Block, our Director of Partner Engagement.

Article
Open Door Center: Decades Of Excellence In North Dakota

Open Door Center: Decades Of Excellence In North Dakota

Posted on August 13, 2024

Read how the organization helps advance employment, build skills, and support outcomes of people receiving services.

Article
‘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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Social Capital and Quality of Life Infographic

Social Capital and Quality of Life Infographic

Posted on July 22, 2024

This one-page infographic expands upon the definition of social capital and explores its impact on the quality of life for people with IDD.

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Sue Foerster: July Monthly Staff Spotlight

Sue Foerster: July Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on July 11, 2024

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Sue Foerster, one of CQL's incredible Quality Enhancement Specialists.

Article
We Haven’t ‘Returned to Normal:’ Outcomes & Supports Worse than Before COVID-19

We Haven’t ‘Returned to Normal:’ Outcomes & Supports Worse than Before COVID-19

Posted on July 11, 2024

We examined outcomes and supports four years into the pandemic.

Article
AHR/Touchstone Supports Individual Achievement in North Carolina

AHR/Touchstone Supports Individual Achievement in North Carolina

Posted on July 8, 2024

Read about this organization's commitment to full community participation and individual choice.

Article
HCBS is a Critical Safety Net for Mental Health of People with IDD

HCBS is a Critical Safety Net for Mental Health of People with IDD

Posted on July 2, 2024

We examined how states provide mental, behavior, and crisis services in HCBS

Article
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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Richer Connections, Richer Lives: Social Capital and Quality of Life

Richer Connections, Richer Lives: Social Capital and Quality of Life

Posted on June 18, 2024

We examined the impact of social capital on people with IDD

Article
Kendra Julius: June Monthly Staff Spotlight

Kendra Julius: June Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on June 13, 2024

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Kendra Julius, one of CQL's incredible Quality Enhancement Specialists.

Article
Help Us Highlight Programs That Address DSP Workforce Issues

Help Us Highlight Programs That Address DSP Workforce Issues

Posted on June 11, 2024

CQL and NADSP want to feature your programs that confront recruitment, retention, career advancement, acknowledgement, and more.

Article
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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Environmental Modifications for People with IDD in HCBS

Environmental Modifications for People with IDD in HCBS

Posted on May 23, 2024

We examined how states provide environmental modifications

Article
Tina Lowry: May Monthly Staff Spotlight

Tina Lowry: May Monthly Staff Spotlight

Posted on May 17, 2024

This edition of our Monthly Staff Spotlight series features Tina Lowry, one of CQL's incredible Quality Enhancement Specialists.

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