Category Archives: Safety

Safety information, resources, helpful hints, and more for group home staff and residents.

Mentally Ill Face Higher Risk of Violence

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Jan

The 26 studies from developed countries have all come to the same conclusion…mentally ill people are at a higher risk of becoming a victim of violence. The general population is more concerned about their risks when living near or working … Continue reading →

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Group Home Safety for Residents

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Jan

Group home safety is not just about making sure poisons are out of reach or that the disabled residents are adequately supervised, it is also about making sure the group home staff don’t abuse the residents. Recently in the news … Continue reading →

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Disability News-AZ Requirements for Staff of Residential Group Homes

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Jan

Recent changes in Arizona requirements to work with vulnerable adults (disabled) and children have caused quite the stir. Anyone with a CPS (Child Protective Services) substantiated report of neglect or abuse in the past 25 years will no longer be … Continue reading →

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