Category Archives: Health

Mental and physical health resources, information, support, and help.

Winter Colds in Group Homes

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Jan

Colds colds can be especially challenging with disabled residents because they may not understand the cause of the their discomfort or how to deal with it. Soon the cold and flu season will be upon us. They also may spread … Continue reading →

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Acknowledgement of Scott Whitley

Posted on October 14, 2008 by Jan

I applaud Ryn Gargulinski of the Tucson Citizen (Arizona) for covering the story of Scott Whitley. So often our mentally ill citizens only appear in the newspaper when they have committed a crime. This year’s recipient of the 3rd annual … Continue reading →

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Behavior Health Data Sheets

Posted on July 5, 2008 by Jan

Behavior data sheets are used to track information about group home residents. Data sheets are an essential component of behavior health treatment plans. All group home support staff should make filling out the data sheets accurately a priority. The reasons … Continue reading →

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