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IDD Leader
For IDD Providers: Tired of the revolving door of staff? Join host Nate Beers as he and other industry leaders share loads of actionable advice on how you can retain and grow your DSP workforce. Just because there's a nationwide DSP workforce crisis doesn't mean that your organization has to churn through staff. Listen to innovative solutions to increase your staff retention and give your organization a competitive advantage so that at the end of the day you provide the best quality care for those you serve.
More effective supervisors. Stronger workforce. Lower turnover.
IDD Leader
Ep. 50 - From Family Startup to IDD Industry Standout - w/ CARES of Western PA
CARES of Western PA has grown from a small family startup into an industry standout. Yet they’ve kept their family feel at every step.
In this episode, Mindy Bowen and Kate Smith share how they stay lean at the top, respond quickly to staff feedback, and keep quality of care as the non-negotiable center of everything.
We also dive into how CARES is pushing the boundaries of community participation—getting their VIPs into volunteer roles, meaningful activities, and experiences that truly enrich lives.
This is a masterclass in scaling culture, not just programs.
Learn more:
https://cares4u.org/
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