Tag: intellectual disabilities
The Lucky Apartment
“Hey Ivo, are you coming? The game is about to start. We need you at the “lucky” apartment.” Austin’s default expression is a friendly smile but, in this case, even over the phone I can easily sense a very different emotion. He sounds worried and there is a reason for that. He has been my good friend and neighbor for… read more
3 Reasons Why Innovation Matters In The Care Industry
If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s that providers need to adapt to change if they want to succeed. What individuals with disabilities need and expect from their care has evolved more in three years than it has in the four-plus decades since we founded GoodLife. Employee preferences are also changing, with employees seeking greater value and… read more
The Future of GoodLife Staffing: What You Need to Know
Here at Goodlife, we’re on a mission to reinvent care for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the people that help them. We recognize the daily challenges that our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) face and are dedicated to systematically addressing them. Our goal is to not only offer greater work-life balance but to provide an improved quality of life… read more
The 3-Day Workweek: An Innovative Approach to Staffing
The 3-Day Workweek: An Innovative Approach to Staffing Do you want to work fewer days each week, earn full-time income, and have a career that makes a difference? That’s exactly what GoodLife offers Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) with its innovative 3-day workweek. In this blog, we’ll highlight the details of the 3-day workweek and the benefits for our Direct Support… read more
Professional Family Teachers finding Joy in Shared Living
Professional Family Teachers (PFTs) are the heart of GoodLife’s unique Shared Living Model. In this family-style living arrangement, a person with intellectual or developmental disabilities lives in the home of a carefully selected and highly trained host family. The individual is part of a caring family and has real-life opportunities to develop independence. Becoming a PFT is a rewarding career… read more
Benefits of Becoming a Shared Living Provider
Are you a Direct Service Provider (DSP) looking for a stable, rewarding job you can do from home? Working as a Shared Living Contractor may be the perfect career opportunity for you! In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of becoming a Shared Living Provider and how to get started as one. What is Shared Living? Shared Living (also known… read more
Shared Living Model: Changing lives together
Are you looking for a safe, nurturing living environment that provides your loved one with the opportunity to learn and grow? GoodLife’s Shared Living Model does exactly that! In Shared Living (also known as Professional Family Teaching Model), an individual with intellectual or developmental disabilities lives with a carefully selected family in their home. One of the most appealing aspects… read more
GoodLife U Video Blog: Technology Enabled Service Models, Part 4
This month in our video blog Dr. Mike Strouse sits down with Ivo Ivanov for a discussion about how to grasp a simple and attainable vision of The Final Rule, where individuals—regardless of their abilities—can access the support they need in the ways they most want. At its core, the Final Rule promotes living a normal life, which is actually… watch now
What if my child/loved one doesn’t like their roommates?
Living with roommates can be a fantastic experience. You get to know new people, learn about their interests, and build lasting friendships. Most of our residents get along with their roommates and enjoy living together. But, what happens if your loved one with intellectual or developmental disabilities doesn’t like their roommates? If there are any challenges between housemates, our well-trained… read more
GoodLife U Video Blog: Technology Enabled Service Models, Part 3
Our last few episodes have been focused on Technology Enabled Service Models, and we’ve discussed the role of technology in the future design of how services are delivered. Today we’re taking an in-depth look into the actual hardware and software offered through iLink Technologies as Mike walks you through the fully configurable options for remote support. In talking about Technology… watch now
