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An update from Matt VanAuken, Developmental Pathways’ CEO/Executive Director: “I wanted to give a quick update and let you all know that DP and its leadership are aware of the recent Colorado Sun article, which shares the real-world impact of the myriad challenges facing Colorado’s long-term care system (https://lnkd.in/g3HBzVmt). DP has been working tirelessly with community partners and HCPF on identifying and solving the countless underlying issues impacting families across the state and weighing heavy on our teams and county partners. We feel that we are making progress and that HCPF is working to resolve these complaints, and we will continue to push for solutions that bring relief quickly and foster genuine, long-term, sustainable solutions. This letter from HCPF, linked on our CMRD Known Issues page, acknowledges the issues that may impact you and reiterates their dedication to navigating these challenges: https://bit.ly/3wBlmN4 If you are a provider, member, or caretaker with inquiries regarding known issues regarding Case Management Redesign and/or actions you can take, please visit https://lnkd.in/g4UDKmAR

Amid conflicts at home, Caesar and his three adolescent children enrolled in our STEP-S program, which provided them with in-home family therapy to help strengthen their bonds. Now – with the help of the tools they learned – the family is thriving. Learn more about Caesar and his family – and read more success stories – in our annual impact report: https://lnkd.in/eNPT7urq

How do we build a 21st Century infrastructure for #WFM and #businessgrowth ? ➡️ Learn more about the value of investing in early learning centers and environments. ➡️ what benefit do today’s workers’ need and want? ➡️ access to affordable quality early learning centers ➡️quality childcare options #attractandretain workers #employeebenefits #employeeengagement

Join Me--TFA Annual Conference 2023: Setting Your Course - Navigating with Direction, Purpose, and Vision on Elevating Kinship Caregivers; A Solution For Increasing Placement Stability and Permanency (1.0 CE).

Transforming the justice system starts in the home, on the block, at school, and in the neighborhood. Restorative practices shifts the responsibility for peace and safety away from policing and courts and back to community residents. Restorative Justice replaces destructive, traumatic, and punitive practices with constructive accountability to restore and build relationships, thus creating stronger communities. If wisdom teaches us that “hurt people hurt people”, then reason would say “healed people heal people.” Will you join us in learning how to contribute to healing our city?

Candous McGuire is back with 2 more things to consider BEFORE becoming a BCBA ✔️ For the complete list, visit our blog: https://lnkd.in/eN_VzNwa #bcba #bcbalife #careeradvice

As we journey through life, the roles we play often change. One such transformation many of us will experience is becoming caregivers for our elders. Whether it's your parents, grandparents, or another beloved senior in your life, providing care for them can be both a rewarding and challenging responsibility. In this guide, we'll explore how to care for your elders with compassion, respect, and practicality. Continue reading -https://bit.ly/3Ef809X

Baylor Scott & White's Taylor-Grace Freiberg, CCLS, sheds light on the role of a palliative care child life specialist and the profound impact they have on children and their families. In this video, she details the importance of supporting children and their families through the challenges of serious illness and how her team helps them find joy and normalcy in their lives. Check out the link to learn more about the crucial work of palliative care child life specialists! #PalliativeCare #ChildLifeMonth

Check out my article in OLTCA’s Long Term Care Today magazine, to learn three ways to shift from a “relational deficit” with your residents' families to building trust, respect and partnership right from the start.

On Tuesday, November 21st, NACRJ hosted an online Circle in recognition of Restorative Justice Week. Commencing with insights and perspectives from several Indigenous community members, the event proceeded with participants forming small groups of 8-10 individuals, each group supported by a Circle Keeper. Together, they reflected on a set of guiding questions. The event brought together people from across the country and, true to the nature of Circle, the process fostered connections and drew out pearls of wisdom from each participant. As part of Restorative Justice Week, we share with you the reflection questions that guided these meaningful conversations: 1. Restorative justice and many Indigenous teachings emphasize the importance of relationships and connection. How can each of us work toward a more connected and harmonious world even in the presence of our diverse backgrounds and lived experiences? 2. How might embracing a restorative justice or Indigenous worldview, emphasizing relationships, connection, balance, and restoration, strengthen your personal life, family, community, or the broader world? Are there places within your own life or broader world that could benefit from this type of approach right now? 3. What personal practices do you have, or might consider trying, that reflect your commitment to restorative justice principles (e.g., connection, balance, restoration)? 4. Reflect on the aspects of your life that provide a sense of meaning and purpose. How do these elements contribute to your ability to stay hopeful and balanced even when things in your life or the world feel overwhelming, complex, or challenging?