Autonomy, Connection, and Healing Vicarious Trauma in Direct Support While IDD organizations don’t have the power to prevent all stress or trauma, they do have the ability to address vicarious trauma in direct support by helping their staff build resilience. Learn More
Autism Acceptance Month: Advocates’ Voices on Awareness Many autistic advocates have made the shift to recognize April as Autism Acceptance Month. Meet three young people who give their thoughts on autism awareness, acceptance, and advocacy. Learn More
Social Workers Are Essential: Celebrating Social Work Month 2021 Social work has always been essential. This social work month, let’s show appreciation for the contributions social workers make in our communities. Learn More
Leading Through Change: 5 Tips for IDD Organizations Leaders at IDD organizations have faced unprecedented amounts of change. Here are 5 tips for leading through change. Learn More
Promoting Resilience in Direct Support Professionals Amid COVID-19 Promote resilience in your direct support professionals to help them stay anchored by their strength and professional values, even amid the stress of hard times. Learn More
How to Build a Supported Employment Program Learn how to build a supported employment program and transform the lives of individuals with IDD. Learn More
Benefits of Supported Employment Learn about the many benefits of supported employment programs for clients and health and human services organizations alike. Learn More
Staff Development in IDD: How ANCOR’s Certificates of Achievement Can Improve DSP Retention DSP turnover consumes a tremendous about of time and resources. Relias and ANCOR have joined forces to empower DSPs with the skills training they need, using the ANCOR Certificates of Achievement. Learn More
Helping People With IDD Exercise Their Right to Vote Voting is considered a universal human right, yet for over 6 million individuals with IDD living in the United States, it’s a right that is often made difficult to exercise. Learn More
DSP Interview Questions This blog will help you enhance your interview process to ensure you hire only the most qualified direct support professionals. Learn More