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As the Coronavirus pandemic spreads, people with disabilities in the United States face daily struggles to cope with adjusting to a new lifestyle. The effects of the virus are drastic, and can even be catastrophic. While the virus may not necessarily be deadly to all people with disabilities, it has initiated new problems. Even so, the spread of the virus... View Article
By Brian Perry Everything surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic is demanding more staff to move into temporary remote positions that have never worked remotely or that require supervision. An agency has to quickly define policies and procedures for dealing with this need. This is stressful and can be financially detrimental to any agency that is not prepared. Many of the business... View Article
During these trying times, it is important to be able to disseminate information to your employees quickly and efficiently, with minimal staff effort. This was always the intent of DCI’s News Posts section to allow you a simple and secure way to communicate with all your employees at once. Any time, anywhere. News posts are easy to set up, quick... View Article
As the demand for excellent healthcare continues to grow, technology will continue playing a central role in the lives of elderly people, those with developmental, physical, or intellectual disabilities, and especially their caregivers. Recently, AARP released a report that showed an increasing interest in technology for older adults and people with disabilities. This tech market is enormous, with hundreds of... View Article
Direct support professionals (DSPs) play a vital role within the direct care field. These professionals provide assistance and care to those individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. One of the most important jobs of a DSP is understanding the importance of inclusion and integration. Having a well-trained, efficient DSP workforce is essential for direct care organizations that offer remote... View Article
The role of the caregiver is challenged when we cannot be there for our clients. Our clients count on us and when we can’t be there for them, it hurts. We understand the hurt. We understand the struggle of adjusting to a world where you can’t meet with your clients in person. At DCI we are more than your technology... View Article
March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. A developmental or intellectual disability can be caused by accidents or arise before adulthood and impacts an adolescent’s physical, mental or behavioral development. Common developmental disabilities include ADHD, autism, vision impairment, hearing loss, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and more. During the month of March, activists and community members will be working to spread... View Article
As technology continues to advance, it is becoming easier for staff/caregivers to provide healthcare services to individuals who live in remote areas or are limited by mobility. This includes people who cannot leave their homes due to medical or health issues, or those who are living with disabilities. To help encourage staff members to keep themselves and others accountable, show... View Article
With mobile access, it’s becoming more of a possibility for people to be served and cared for at home. This is great for those living with disabilities or those with limited mobility. Below is some information about Electronic Visit Verification (EVV). Mobile and Web Access When home and community-based services are provided, staff need a way to track their time... View Article
Focusing on paperwork can take away time that could otherwise be well spent with those you serve and their families. At Direct Care Innovations, also known as DCI, we are always looking for ways to improve healthcare businesses when it comes to efficiency. One of the ways is through our payroll time and attendance module. Here is more information about... View Article
