March 23, 2020 9:00 am
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
March 20, 2020 11:28 am
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 9, 2020 9:00 am
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
February 24, 2020 9:00 am
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
February 19, 2020 9:00 am
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
January 15, 2020 11:54 am
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
January 3, 2020 11:51 am
Technology has brought about many benefits to the modern world. One of these is having a mobile healthcare system set up to serve individuals who may find it difficult getting from one place to another, such as senior citizens and individuals with various disabilities. Below are more details about the additional benefits of mobile technology in healthcare. Telemedicine Telemedicine is... View Article
December 28, 2019 11:47 am
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) has the important job of assisting disabled patients in daily tasks. This role requires compliance, which is why agencies should make sure their employees are well trained for it. Creating a good training program can go a long way for an organization; a properly trained staff will ensure that the organization is more efficient. However, it... View Article
December 3, 2019 7:41 am
Training for compliance with the new EVV (electronic visit verification) regulations doesn’t have to be a headache for your organization. Direct Care Innovations (DCI) aims to assist companies with making a seamless transition to compliant software solutions. Our training options are two-fold: We ensure direct care workers remain 100 percent compliant with their trainings and will train staff extensively on... View Article
November 8, 2019 9:51 am
The electronic visit verification (EVV) deadline is approaching rapidly. Many agencies feel unprepared to get their organizations ready for the new federal EVV regulations. At Direct Care Innovations (DCI), we aim to assist you with bringing your company’s platform up to date. We use a customized approach with all of our clients, and during our initial meetings, we determine the... View Article
