Category Archives: Point of View

Find out what it’s like to be a group home resident, manager, support staff, and family or friend of a group home resident.

LifeKludger

Posted on April 19, 2007 by Jan

The blog, LifeKludger, is written by a gentleman, David Wallace, who was disabled in a car crash. His blog is an enjoyable information filled blog about solutions. Each week there is a list of useful links. The name of the … Continue reading →

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MANAGER’S VIEW #1

Posted on June 9, 2006 by Jan

Staff new to working in group homes have an advantage. You might think never working in a group home will put you at a disadvantage. One manager prefers someone new to the field. She’s found out that a staff who … Continue reading →

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RESIDENT’S VIEW #1

Posted on June 8, 2006 by Jan

I asked two residents about what makes a good staff.   This past weekend, while doing relief at one of the group homes, I spoke with two residents who are high functioning. One is her own guardian and the other … Continue reading →

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