Presenter Marisa Brown MSN, RN Professor, Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development Webinar The Fatal Four and Other Health Hazards About This Webinar This webinar reviews common health emergencies and chronic health conditions that can rob a person with developmental disabilities of their health and life. We review common health risks and introduce an evidence-based system for observation and reporting changes in health conditions. This webinar also emphasizes the chronic illnesses responsible for deaths in the general population and for adults with developmental disabilities and outline how to use person-centered processes to engage the person with DD in successful preventive practices. Watch the Webinar now
Sample Course Choice Making for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Intended for direct care workers such as CNAs in post-acute care settings, this course covers the assessment and management of urinary incontinence. Learn More
Course Preview The Fatal Four This course covers common health problems for people with IDD, including dehydration, UTIs, constipation, and aspiration. Learn More
Webinar How to Create a Positive Company Culture in IDD Organizations Providing great IDD services begins with creating a company culture based on respect and dignity. Learn how focusing on culture can improve your organization’s performance. Learn More