Self-Direction vs. Self-Determination: Why the Words We Choose Shape the Care We Deliver
When California launched its Self-Determination Program in 2019, most disability advocates didn't bat an eye at the name. But if you work in this space across multiple states, you've probably...
Home Care Scheduling Software: The Complete Guide to Reducing Missed Visits and Caregiver Burnout
Home care scheduling software has become the operational backbone of modern community-based care agencies. As providers navigate caregiver shortages, regulatory complexity, and surging client...
Outcome Measures in Disability Services: Measuring what matters
In disability services, we often ask ourselves: "Is this person making progress?" But progress toward what, exactly? And how do we know when someone has truly achieved independence in a skill or goal?
California Self-Determination Program Spending Plans, Explained (With a Free SDP Budget Calculator)
California's Self-Determination Program (SDP) gives people real control over how services are delivered. But before any of that freedom becomes real, there's a very practical step that trips up a...
The Best Software Options for Managing I/DD HCBS Programs
When a Direct Support Professional helps someone learn to take the bus independently, that's not a "visit"—it's a coaching session. When five participants spend an afternoon cooking together, that's...
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