Quality of Life Institute, Inc.

LEARN & EARN 18 CEU Credits!

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Register Today, it’s 5 Weeks Away!

JOIN US for the annual, international conference on MULTI_SENSORY ENVIRONMENTS in Indiana this fall, September 28-29-30 at Valparaiso University!

This is three days of inspiration, connecting with colleagues, and learning from speakers who represent The International MSE Association (ISNA-MSE.org), who will be sharing everything from MSE Boot Camp Basics to designing and setting up an MSE Room or space (indoor or outdoor), for teaching skills and creating meaningful interactions that facilitate experiential learning and quality-of-life outcomes with MSE processes.

For those interested in Continuing Education credits, 6 PGPs/CEUs are offered for each day of the conference, for a total of 18 PGPs/CEUs! Just complete an end of day survey with your request, and certificates will be emailed out during the week following the conference!

→→→ CLICK HERE to Register and find complete details, topics, and schedules! ←←←

 

 

Thankful for Direct Support Professionals!

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Direct Support Professionals are an integral part of daily life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their professional knowledge, skills, and dedication to those whom they serve, ensures that Individuals receive quality of life services in the care they need.

This is Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week, as designated by the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR). We recognize and thank those who are providing these vital services. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and Quality of Life Institute, Inc. appreciates all you do!

ANCOR represents DSP’s that, collectively, support over one million American individuals with disabilities. The ANCOR Association offers leadership throughout the year, working to:

Shape Policy, Share Solutions, and Strengthen Community

With it’s Gentle Teaching-based training programs for Direct Service Professionals, the Quality of Life Institute shares ANCOR’s mission:

“to advance the ability of our members in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to fully participate in their communities,”

and has joined in the celebration, promoted as a moment to acknowledge the dedication and accomplishments of outstanding Direct Support Professionals and their vital contributions to communities across the country

You are welcome to join our circle of gratitude and giving forward, with written words we can share with the Direct Service Professionals in our community, or you might consider a donation of in-kind services or contribution to our general fund that supports the education, well-being, and overall quality of life valuing of Direct Support Professionals. We love them!

YOU ARE INVITED! Saturday NOV 6 – SESSION 3 of Fall Series with Spanish translation

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LINK for Training Session Saturday NOV 6 : https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/519012917https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/519012917

QOLI Circles of Learning: Sensory Solutions Introduction, a FALL Series that is offered free of charge for community awareness of possibilities and resources for parents, educators, and other caregivers and mentors who impact the lives of  individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

SESSION 3:

QOLI CIRCLES OF LEARNING with Spanish translation:

Sensory Solutions INTRO Series, Part 3 of 4 

Sat, Nov 6, 2021  – 10am/p; 12N/c; 1pm/e;

TO JOIN: CLICK on the LINK for SESSION 3 from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/519012917

“Dr. Tony” teaches a Sensory Solutions Framework that is a relationship-building, multi-sensory model of teaching that: (A) engages more than one sense at a time in learning activities (sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste, movement) for the DEVELOPMENT OF SKILLS, and (B) cultivates the Individual’s inner sense of self/identity that enriches their quality of life with added value and meaning, for the DEVELOPMENT of RELATIONAL / SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL AWARENESS.

We are sharing resources with those involved with children and their families and communities, to promote health, well-being and quality of life for all.

QOLI in partnership with INCLUSI of California

 

Our Location

In the heart of a small town in midwestern America, our office is found in the historic district of Chesterton, Indiana, a part of what is known along a stretch of Lake Michigan as the Duneland area. We connect and work with others around the world.

621 Broadway, Chesterton, IN, 46304, USA

CLUBHOUSE Program

PICO Art Books Project & Fundraiser

Your donation is greatly appreciated and will be used to help fund the bilingual PICO ART BOOKS PROJECT (click the link to learn more). This is a collaborative effort sponsored by Quality of Life Institute, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization, with the quality-of-life services agency of Globe Star that works with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, providing  CARF-accredited, Quality of Work Life Services and programs.

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Tell us all about it using our contact form.

 

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