The Purpose of the Exercises...
The purpose of the set of exercises is to encourage reflection so that interested people can form a richer and more meaningful picture of the work of providing direct support to people with developmental disabilities and their families.
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The Belief Behind the Work...
...direct support workers make an essential contribution to the lives of people with disabilities and their families when they are committed, competent, and caring. These exercises look at what makes for good work.
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The Developers of the Process...
John & Connie Lyle O’Brien developed this process through a pilot project in Wisconsin. They have learned about building more just and inclusive communities from people with disabilities, their families, and their allies for over 30 years. They developed and tested these exercises in cooperation with more than fifty agencies.
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Creating Space...
Total Living Concept provides our direct support professionals with assistance in reserving meeting
space, providing snacks,
facilitating conversaitons, and maintaining an ongoing opportunity for this group to continue their pursuits.
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