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Established in 2020, the Disability Thrive Initiative helps navigate changes in services and supports for Californians with developmental disabilities. In collaboration with people with disabilities, their families, and professionals who serve them, the Initiative facilitates education and explores new challenges and opportunities. The Initiative offers free webinars, live conversations, and an online resource library for the entire disability community.
Together, we can thrive!
The Disability Thrive Initiative is presented by California Disability Services Association and Easterseals of Southern California, in collaboration with the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. The Initiative is generously funded by the California Department of Developmental Services and San Diego Regional Center.
RESOURCE LIBRARY
Accessibility
Communication and Language
Disability Rights and Advocacy
Diversity and Inclusion
Person-Centered Services
Self-Determination Program
Children and Families
Community and Hybrid Services
Disability Services Management
Health and Wellbeing
Remote and Virtual Services
Technology Use and Access
PREVIOUS WEBINARS
A Vision for a Thriving Direct Support Professional Workforce
A Vision for a Thriving Direct Support Professional Workforce
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Direct support professionals (DSPs) are the staff serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families every day. Nationwide, disability service providers have struggled with the recruitment and retention of this critical workforce. California Department of Developmental Services is investing in multiple approaches to address this issue. The next step is a training stipend opportunity for DSPs to develop skills while improving quality for those served. DDS will share the state’s current vision for disability services workforce stability in this final Disability Thrive Initiative webinar, which will include:
- A detailed overview of the workforce stability investments
- Information on other planned workforce efforts, including a DSP internship program
- Reflections on the Disability Thrive Initiative 2022 Training Series
Highlights from this webinar:
Tailored to Thrive: Flexible Supports Through Tailored Day Services
Expanding the Vision for Employment Services
Supporting Healthy Aging for Californians with Disabilities
Building Lifelong Skills and Relationships Through Social Rec & Camp Services
Helping California Address the Direct Support Professional Workforce Crisis
Alternative Services & Beyond: Resources for the Disability Community to THRIVE
Alternative Services & Beyond: Self-Determination Program
Alternative Services & Beyond: Home and Community Based Services Settings Rule
Advocacy: From Informed to Empowered
The Changing Role of the Workforce Supporting People with Disabilities
Reshaping Our Services and Our Future
Removing Barriers to Disability Services through Assistive Technology
Bridge the Gap for the LGBTQ+ Disability Community
Change Management Strategies for Disability Services to THRIVE
Strengthening Mental Health Through Empathy and Understanding
Planning for Community Reengagement in the Next Phase of Disability Services
Understanding Unconscious Bias & Embracing Cultural Diversity
The COVID-19 Vaccine and What It Means for the Disability Community
Gain COVID-19 Vaccine Information and Support Strategies
Empowering People with Disabilities to Make Informed Life Decisions
THRIVE Through Person-Centered Planning During the Pandemic
Meeting Individual Needs through Adaptable Alternative Services
Unlocking Technology as a Key to Connection and Alternative Services
Disability Thrive Initiative Launch
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NEED ASSISTANCE?
For Individuals and Caregivers:
Contact your regional center.
For Service Providers and Staff:
Contact your regional center.
For appeals, complaints or general questions about disability services:
Contact the Department of Developmental Services.
Contact us by email at[email protected]
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