I HAVE A BRAIN INJURY - HOW TO FIND A JOB - Common Challenges. ​Asking for accommodations, Over-Cautious employers, Mixed or very short working I HAVE A BRAIN INJURY - FINDING A JOB START HERE Having a job provides us with feelings of self-worth, responsibility and independence. It nurtures our sense of accomplishment. Common Challenges . Asking for accommodations Over-Cautious employers Mixed or very short working schedules Making money and losing essential support services Bringing your personal assistant Maintaining concentration and attention. Quick or extreme fatigue Speech Memory loss Social relationships Emotional Behavioral Physical abilities Limited vision

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ABI RESOURCES provides exceptional PCA personal care assistant services in Connecticut, ensuring quality care for individuals with acquired brain injuries. Our team of caregivers is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of each client, providing compassionate and re CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT CT PCA PERSONAL CARE CONNECTICUT ALLIED 1/6 APPLY HERE The Personal Care Attendant (PCA) program is a valuable initiative that offers personalized care services to adults aged 18 to 64 who suffer from chronic, severe, and enduring disabilities. This program facilitates the opportunity for these individuals to remain in the comfort of their homes, thereby circumventing the need for institutionalization in long-term care facilities, nursing homes, or similar establishments. Personal Care Attendants are employed to aid program participants in carrying out their activities of daily living (ADLs), promoting an independent lifestyle within their own homes. Please note that there is a waiting list for enrollment into this program. Eligibility for the PCA program is determined through a two-part process. The first part, functionality, requires the demonstration of the applicant's need for hands-on assistance with at least three of the seven core Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). These essential ADLs include: Bathing – Assistance required for appropriate personal hygiene Dressing – Assistance required for appropriate attire Eating/Feeding – Assistance required for proper nourishment (excluding meal preparation) Toileting – Assistance required for proper restroom usage and subsequent personal hygiene Transfer – Assistance required for safe mobility between chairs or bed Medication – Assistance required for the preparation and administration of prescribed medication Behavioral – Daily supervision required to prevent self-harm or harm to others. The second part of the eligibility process pertains to financial criteria. Applicants must qualify for Medicaid by the time services are received. While applicants do not need to meet Medicaid's financial thresholds while on the PCA waiting list, they must have applied and qualified for Medicaid by the time they are selected from the waiting list. Personal Care Attendants, often referred to as PCAs, are a critical component of the healthcare sector. They provide one-on-one, in-home care for clients, enabling them to uphold their independence and live as comfortably as possible. Numerous PCA positions are available nationwide, offering a fulfilling career path for individuals who demonstrate compassion, patience, and a commitment to assisting others. Prospective PCAs must undergo an extensive interview process and may be required to pass a drug screening. In summary, Personal Care Attendants play a crucial role in healthcare, providing in-home support for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. These roles are widely available and can offer a rewarding career for those with a passion for helping others. Applicants must successfully navigate a rigorous interview process, pass a drug screening, and present a professional resume.

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People who are interested in being conservators can find more information by clicking on the link, KIYAYEWA Often, the Probate Court will appoint a family member of the individual, or his or her close friend, as the conservator. Sometimes the court will appoint someone else, such as a lawyer. The court tries to determine whom the conserved person prefers but, if a conflict exists, may appoint an uninterested party. INVOLUNTARY Any adult person may use this form to petition for the appointment of a conservator of an adult who is alleged to be incapable. A “conservator of the person” is appointed to supervise the personal affairs of a person whom the court finds to be unable to meet essential requirements for personal needs, even with appropriate assistance. These needs may include but are not limited to, the need for food, clothing, shelter, health care, and safety. A “conservator of the estate” is appointed to supervise the financial affairs of a person whom the court finds to be incapable of doing so to the extent that property will be wasted unless adequate property management is provided. This may include but is not limited to, actions to obtain and manage assets, income, and public assistance benefits. The petition may also request the appointment of a successor conservator. The person for whom the appointment of a conservatorship is being requested is referred to as the respondent. VOLUNTARY Any adult person may use this form to petition the court to appoint a voluntary conservator of the person or estate to manage his or her personal or financial affairs, or both. A voluntary “conservator of the person” is appointed to supervise personal affairs, such as the need for food, clothing, shelter, health care, and safety. A voluntary “conservator of the estate” is appointed to supervise financial affairs. This may include but is not limited to, actions to obtain and manage assets, income, and public assistance benefits. The petition may also request the appointment of a successor conservator. A conservator is a person appointed by the Probate Court to oversee the financial or personal affairs of an adult. In an involuntary conservatorship, a conservator is appointed only if the court determines that the individual is unable to care for him or herself, or unable to manage his or her financial affairs. In a voluntary conservatorship, the court appoints a conservator on the request of an adult who seeks assistance in managing his or her affairs, without making a finding that the individual is incapable. There are two kinds of conservators. A conservator of the person supervises personal affairs and ensures that the person's basic needs, including food, shelter, clothing and health care, are met. A conservator of the estate supervises financial affairs, including caring for property, managing bank accounts and ensuring the safe handling of the person's income. Conservators and people who are interested in being conservators can find more information by clicking on the link, Conservators . Bayanin da ke cikin wannan gidan yanar gizon an bayar da shi don dalilai na bayanai kawai, kuma bai kamata a fassara shi azaman shawarar doka akan kowane lamari ba. Bayanin da aka bayar akan wannan rukunin yanar gizon ba shawara ba ne na doka, baya zama sabis na neman lauyoyi, kuma babu wani lauya-abokin ciniki ko alaƙar sirri ko yakamata a kafa ta amfani da rukunin yanar gizon. Daidaito, cikawa, wadatuwa ko kuɗin abun cikin bashi da garanti ko garanti. Shafukanmu da ayyukanmu ba madadin shawara ko sabis na lauya ba ne. Muna ba da shawarar ku tuntuɓi lauya ko wasu ƙwararrun da suka dace idan kuna son shawarar doka, kasuwanci ko haraji. Muna ƙoƙari don kiyaye abun ciki da takaddunmu daidai, na yau da kullun kuma na zamani. Koyaya, saboda doka tana canzawa cikin sauri, ba za mu iya ba da tabbacin cewa duk bayanan da ke kan rukunin yanar gizon da sabis suna gaba ɗaya na yanzu ba. Dokar ta sha bamban da hukumci zuwa hurumi, kuma tana iya yiwuwa kotuna daban-daban su fassara ta. Doka lamari ne na sirri, kuma babu wani cikakken bayani ko kayan aiki na doka kamar irin wanda muke samarwa da zai dace da kowane yanayi. Bugu da ƙari, bayanan shari'a da ke ƙunshe akan rukunin yanar gizon da sabis ba shawara ba ne na doka kuma ba a da tabbacin zama daidai, cikakke ko na zamani. Don haka, idan kuna buƙatar shawarar doka don takamaiman matsalarku, ko kuma idan takamaiman matsalarku ta yi yawa da wuya a magance ta ta kayan aikin mu, yakamata ku tuntuɓi lauya mai lasisi a yankinku. Shafukanmu da ayyukanmu ba a yi niyya don ƙirƙirar wata alaƙar lauya da abokin ciniki ba, kuma amfanin ku na rukunin yanar gizonmu da ayyukanmu baya kuma ba zai haifar da alaƙar lauya da abokin ciniki tsakanin ku da mu ba. Mu ba sabis na neman lauyoyi ba ne kuma shafuka da ayyuka da sauran albarkatu da bayanai na amfanin mutum ne kawai.

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Discover how to prioritize self-care while managing your finances with our Home Health Care Service in Connecticut, USA. Find balance and peace of mind today. abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial abi resources 8 types of self care physical mental emotional spiritual social financial 1/2 Teaching Self-care takes many forms and is a crucial piece of mental wellness. Checking your feelings during and after a self-care activity ca n help you know what works well for you. Some activities are nourishing, depending on how you are feeling that day. Here are eight types of self-care and examples to consider: PHYS ICAL SE LF-CARE Self-care has to do with fe eling physically well and maintaining physical health. • Sleep or rest • Stretching, walking, or exercise that feels good • Keeping medical appointments • Healthy food • Fresh air EMOTIONAL SELF-CARE Self-care involves attending to your emotions, finding empathy and self-compassion, and seeking help when needed. • Journal or talk it out • Stress management • Listen to or make music/art • Self-compassion • Counseling SOCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with a healthy family and social relationships. • Time with others (in person or virtually) • Healthy Boundaries • Balancing alone time and social time (or small groups and large groups) • Positive social media • Asking for help SPIRITUAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with religious beliefs or spirituality. • Connection • Prayer or meditation • Reflection • Attending worship services or groups (if applicable) • Nature PERSONAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with knowing and honoring yourself and what you enjoy. • Listening to yourself (getting out of autopilot) • Hobbies • Treating yourself • Trying something new • Getting to know yourself HOME ENVIRONMENT SELF-CARE Self-care involves maintaining a safe, functional, and comfortable home environment. • Safety • Security and stability • Cleaning and organizing (whatever that means for you) • Comfy space • Healthy living environment FINANCIAL SELF-CARE Self-care has to do with maintaining your financial goals and obligations. • Money management and budgeting • Saving • Seeking help or information • “Fun” money • Paying bills WORK, SCHOOL, CAREGIVING, OR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Self-care has to do with attending to your needs in the realms of work, school, caregiving, or other responsibilities. • Time management • Feeling productive and valued • Learning and developing skills (and seeking help when needed) • Healthy work boundaries and communication • Break time

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MFP ONLINE APPLICATION - CT MFP - CONNECTICUT MONEY FOLLOWS THE PERSON PROGRAM - MOVING FROM HOSPITAL TO HOME Connecticut - working together with DSS, DMHAS, BIAC, Allied Community Resources, Access Agency, CCCI, Social Services, Brain Injury, Hospital, Doctors, Nurses, Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Special Education What is the MFP Program and what does it do? The MFP program helps a person with the funding and organization of moving out of a medical facility. It helps with setting up housing, necessities, medical equipment and temporary in home caregivers. MFP is a federal demonstration grant, received by the CT Department of Social Services from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. It was awarded to help rebalance the long-term care system so that individuals have the maximum independence and freedom of choice regarding where they live and receive care and services. The program builds on current programs by offering enhanced community services and support to those who have resided in nursing facilities for at least three months. Under MFP, CT will receive, for those transitioning back to the community, an enhanced Medicaid match of nine million dollars over five years, being reimbursed for 75 percent of costs for the first year back in the community instead of the customary 50 percent. This federal support is a financial incentive for Conn. to reduce the use of more expensive institutional care for Medicaid recipients. The approach is more cost-effective for taxpayers and is expected to lead to improved quality of life for older adults and people with physical and developmental disabilities and mental illness. People transitioning back into the community have the choice of where they want to live, whether it’s the person’s own home, a family member’s home, an apartment or congregate living. Goals of the MFP Increase dollars spent on h ome and community based services. Increase the percent of people receiving their long-term services in the community relative to those in institutions. Decrease the number of hospital discharges to nursing facilities for those requiring care after discharge. Increase the probability of people returning to the community within the first three months of admission to an institution Transition individuals out of institutions and back into the community Individualized care plans are created based on need. CCCI transition coordinators will provide one-to-one assistance with community supports, system navigation, accessing resources and living arrangements.

FAMILY CAREGIVERS - CONNECTICUT - CT BRAIN INJURY COMMUNITY SERVICES - ABI TBI Did you know? About 44.4 million persons in the U.S. are family caregivers 46 is the average age of a family caregiver 61% of family caregivers are women 4.3 is the average length of time (in years) that family caregivers provide care 59% of family caregivers are employed SOURCE: Caregiving in The U.S., National Alliance for Caregiving & AARP, Funded by the MetLife Foundation and the Mature Market Institute® Approximately 22.9 million households provide unpaid care to an adult family member or friend who is age 18 and older. On average, family caregivers provide 21 hours of care per week. This “free” care, however, is not without cost; many family caregivers feel isolated, stressed by balancing work, family, and caregiving, and perhaps even depressed. The value of family caregiving to society has been estimated to be $306 billion annually. Nearly 60% of those caring for an adult over age 50 are working, the majority of them full time. In the past, responsibilities for caregiving almost exclusively belonged to women, but currently about 39% of caregivers are men. SOURCE: Study by the Mature Market Institute® and National Alliance for Caregiving in cooperation with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging In one important study done by the Mature Market Institute, those surveyed said they made at least one formal adjustment to their work schedule as a result of caring for a partner or other family member: 16% quit their job 20% cut back to part-time 22% took a leave of absence Respondents also stated that caregiving affected their ability to advance on the job: 29% passed up a promotion, training or assignment 25% passed up an opportunity for job transfer or Job relocation 22% were unable to acquire new job skills SOURCE: Findings from a National Study by the National Alliance for Caregiving and the National Center on Women and Aging at Brandeis University; Findings collected and issued by Mature Market Institute® called “MetLife Juggling Act Study: Balancing caregiving with work and the costs involved” – 1999 Nearly six in ten caregivers (59%) say they have worked at some time while they were actively providing care. Of these, six in ten (62%) say they had to make some work-related adjustments in order to help the person they care for. More than half (57%) of working caregivers say that as a result of their caregiving responsibilities they have had to go in (to work) late, leave early, or take time off during the day to provide care. SOURCE — Caregiving in The U.S., National Alliance for Caregiving & AARP, April 2004 Funded by the MetLife Foundation and the Mature Market Institute®