The Quest for the GoodLife with Dr. Mike Strouse
How do we redefine what’s possible in care services, care & support models, and community living?
The Quest for the GoodLife is where bold ideas, innovative solutions, and next-generation technology come together to transform lives.
Hosted by Dr. Mike Strouse, a visionary leader in disability services, this podcast challenges conventional wisdom and explores groundbreaking approaches to independence, self-direction, staffing models, technology-enabled care, and workforce stability. Through candid conversations, real-world examples, and thought-provoking analogies, Dr. Strouse and co-host Ivo Ivanov unpack the science of implementation, the art of change management, and the future of human-centered care.
This podcast is designed for:
• Leaders of care service organizations seeking forward-thinking strategies.
• Advocates, parents, and guardians wanting to empower their loved ones.
• Legislators and policy-makers shaping the future of care.
• Individuals with care needs looking for a more independent, connected life.
Join us on this journey as we push boundaries, reimagine care, and challenge the status quo—because at GoodLife, impossible is what we do best.
Tune in, challenge the norm, and start your own Quest for the GoodLife.
The Quest for the GoodLife with Dr. Mike Strouse
The Privacy Paradox and The Quest For "Bewitching" Independence and Support
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In this episode, Dr. Mike Strouse, Megan McKinney Todd, David McDonald, Abby Baden and co-host Ivo Ivanov explore the quest for the good life through innovative care models, addressing the complexities of the privacy paradox, the importance of independence and self-direction, and the role of technology in enhancing care delivery. They discuss the challenges posed by regulatory barriers and staffing issues, emphasizing the need for meaningful choices in care. The dialogue culminates in the introduction of the Neighborhood Network as a potential solution to improve care outcomes while respecting privacy and personal safety.
Additionally, Dr. Mike Strouse and his colleagues discuss the evolving landscape of remote care, emphasizing the importance of privacy, self-direction, and the role of technology in providing effective support. They explore the choices available to individuals receiving care, the hierarchy of intrusion related to different support methods, and the necessity of organic decision-making in care planning. The discussion highlights the advantages of remote support over traditional in-home care, particularly in terms of privacy and autonomy, while also addressing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding the use of technology in caregiving.
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