The Aging and Adult Services Division (AASD) and Disability Services Division (DSD) have rolled out their latest weekly updates, offering an array of information on upcoming training sessions and resources for those operating within the spheres of aging and disability services. A key highlight is an invitation to register for the upcoming Odyssey webinar titled "From Either/Or to Both/And: When Disability and Aging Intersect" scheduled for April 4th. Potential attendees should be quick to act as the registration window closes promptly at 7 p.m. on March 28, according to the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Another training session fast approaching is a deep dive into motivational interviewing, an evidence-based positive support practice. Set for April 26, this training is highly anticipated among those supporting adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Seizing the opportunity to partake will be advocates, service providers, and mental health professionals, among others, who aim to elevate their support methods substantively.
Moreover, the bulletin informs readers about an instructional video developed by DHS. This video serves as a step-by-step guide for those seeking to apply for a home and community-based services (HCBS) license per Minn. Stat. Ch. 245D, as cited by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
An emphasis on learning and development marks this batch of updates from AASD and DSD. These initiatives seek to continuously improve the quality of services rendered to some of the most vulnerable populations, ensuring that care providers are always equipped to effectively meet diverse needs.
