Category: General

Thoughts On Professional Advocates

I am not saying they do not exist. I am not saying they are not out there. What I am saying is I would like to see more. What

Dignity and Respect = Actions, Attitudes, and Acceptance

An increase in random shootings in schools, theaters, and society in general has raised the question of why. Many people are

Exciting New Research for Autism and Fragile X

Four years ago my son Tyler was diagnosed with fragile X and last year he qualified for an autism label while being tested in

Debriefing – An Aid To Healthy Relationships

When an incident occurs that involves the use of a restraint technique, regulations often require that staff meet with designated

The Perils of Email

Over the last few years person to person verbal communication has been often substituted for other modalities such as texting and

Workplace Violence, Bullying and Threats

Employers’ responsibility to prevent, manage and mitigate the consequences of workplace violence is a major issue for all

From Policy to Practice: Five Things To Keep in Mind

The task of developing a policy for an organization can be time-consuming and require focus. However, the ultimate objective is

Identifying a Culture of Bullying

Having an understanding of bullying is vital in the work place. Though bullying has become more talked about in recent years in

Integrating Policy & Training

The most valuable asset in an organization is a set of shared values and expectations (Kouzes, & Posner, 2012). Often these

Employee Retention

Retention of employees is key to organizations that provide care and services to others. Vital to good care is consistency and