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Essential Tasks to Complete at the Start of the New Season (Spring!)

Posted on March 25, 2019 by columbia

It’s Spring! A time for fresh starts and new beginnings. Below are 5 ways to embrace the new season and breathe fresh air into your group home or program. 1. Make plans for the second quarter of the year March is the time to, if you haven’t already, begin planning for the second quarter of the year, which starts in…

4 Ways to Create Inclusive Holiday and Special Event Celebrations for Children and Adults with Special Needs

Posted on February 24, 2019 by columbia

Celebrating holidays or special occasions is a way to help build strong, healthy bonds with your community. As part of our role at WesCare to help consumers live as independently as possible and with community, below are 4 ways to create inclusive holiday celebrations for the children and adults under your care. Highlight Connection – Although many holiday events include making…

5 New Year’s Resolutions for Mental Health Professionals

Posted on January 1, 2019 by columbia

So this is the time when many are making resolutions to improve their lives in some way. It’s also the time when many, in just 30 days, stop pursuing those resolutions. And if they do pick them up again, it won’t be until the following year. Most people abandon their resolutions by the end of January. But don’t let…

How to Create an Enjoyable Holiday Experience for Children & Adults with Special Needs

Posted on December 1, 2018 by columbia

With the transition to the winter season comes with it many celebrations and festive activities! Here’s how to help create an enjoyable and inclusive experience for the consumers in your care. Create a Schedule Make the day as predictable as possible by creating a schedule and posting it somewhere in the home or other venue where it can be seen…

When a Family Doesn’t Accept a Diagnosis

Posted on November 30, 2018 by columbia

Receiving a diagnosis of having an intellectual or developmental disability can be shocking and some may find it difficult to cope with the news. However, with the help of one’s family, the reality can improve and steps can be taken to ensure individuals diagnosed with mental health conditions receive the tools and resources that best support them. Unfortunately, however, sometimes…

3 Natural Ways to Battle the Winter Blues

Posted on October 24, 2018 by columbia

Have you experienced a drop in energy level or mood as we transition into fall and the cooler months? If so, you may be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues. With the decreasing amounts of sunlight, longer stretches of nightfall, and cooler temperatures, this time of year, while often filled with great joy and cheer…