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Childcare Program Supports DSPs During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Childcare Program Supports DSPs During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on September 17, 2020

Read about the childcare initiative at The Arc Mid-Hudson created to support DSPs.

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FREE Invests In Professional Development To Support DSPs

FREE Invests In Professional Development To Support DSPs

Posted on September 16, 2020

An inside look at FREE's CLPD training program that provides DSPs with opportunities for career advancement.

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Mountain Lake Services Shines A Spotlight On Essential Workers

Mountain Lake Services Shines A Spotlight On Essential Workers

Posted on September 15, 2020

Mountain Lake Services is shining a spotlight on DSPs through their Employee Spotlight program.

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The Arc of Monroe Empowers DSPs Through Succession Development Classes

The Arc of Monroe Empowers DSPs Through Succession Development Classes

Posted on September 14, 2020

Read about how The Arc of Monroe empowers DSPs through its Succession Development Classes.

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The Lillie Leapit Awards Make A Splash At Trinity Services, Inc.

The Lillie Leapit Awards Make A Splash At Trinity Services, Inc.

Posted on September 11, 2020

Trinity Services, Inc. launched the Lillie Leapit Awards to create a positive culture and acknowledge DSPs.

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Sexism Contributes to Low Direct Support Professional (DSP) Wages

Sexism Contributes to Low Direct Support Professional (DSP) Wages

Posted on August 8, 2020

We examined the relationship between ableism, racism, and sexism, and DSP wages

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Reducing ‘Challenging’ Behavior By Training Support Staff to Promote Dignity and Respect

Reducing ‘Challenging’ Behavior By Training Support Staff to Promote Dignity and Respect

Posted on July 7, 2020

Our study explored how dignity and respect can change behavior

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Ongoing Staff Development in Disability Services

Ongoing Staff Development in Disability Services

Posted on May 28, 2020

Learn how ongoing staff development initiatives can impact organizations, their staff members, and people with disabilities.

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Ongoing Staff Development Improves the Health and Safety of People with IDD

Ongoing Staff Development Improves the Health and Safety of People with IDD

Posted on May 28, 2020

We explored the impact of ongoing staff development on abuse/neglect, emergency room visits, and injuries

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Peter Leidy Recognizes DSPs During COVID-19

Peter Leidy Recognizes DSPs During COVID-19

Posted on May 4, 2020

Peter Leidy, CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist, has produced a song to honor and recognize DSPs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Recognizing Excellence In Direct Support

Recognizing Excellence In Direct Support

Posted on September 26, 2019

Receive insight into the important work of direct support professionals and learn about issues impacting them.

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2019 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Stories

2019 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Stories

Posted on September 8, 2019

During 2019 DSP Recognition Week, CQL, NADSP, and ANCOR shared stories of DSP excellence.

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Chelcie Jacobs: Dancing Away Shyness

Chelcie Jacobs: Dancing Away Shyness

Posted on September 8, 2019

Learn how Chelcie has helped one person overcome their shyness on the dance floor!

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Caroline Lass: The Life Of The Community

Caroline Lass: The Life Of The Community

Posted on September 8, 2019

Be inspired by Caroline's passion for supporting people to have full lives in the community.

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Carla Garrision Greene: Outcomes On The Ballot

Carla Garrision Greene: Outcomes On The Ballot

Posted on September 8, 2019

Find out how Carla helped embrace one person's passion for the election process.

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Daniel Schertzer: A Meeting With The Mayor!

Daniel Schertzer: A Meeting With The Mayor!

Posted on September 8, 2019

Find out how Daniel helped support people to meet the mayor of their village.

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Diane Norby: Cooking Up Outcomes

Diane Norby: Cooking Up Outcomes

Posted on September 8, 2019

Discover how Diane has cooked up a recipe for success through cooking-related outcomes.

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Deja Kendricks: Creativity In Person-Centered Discovery

Deja Kendricks: Creativity In Person-Centered Discovery

Posted on September 8, 2019

Read how Deja Kendricks adapts the Personal Outcome Measures® in creative ways.

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Barbara Kostecke-Horton: Empowering People

Barbara Kostecke-Horton: Empowering People

Posted on September 8, 2019

Discover how Barbara learns about goals related to choices, community, and friendships.

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Beth Triplett: A Positive Source Of Support

Beth Triplett: A Positive Source Of Support

Posted on September 8, 2019

Learn how Beth used the Personal Outcomes Measures® to make a difference in the life of Tammy.

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