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The latest news from ResCare Community Living.

ResCare Community Living Michigan Location Earns CARF Accreditation

ResCare Community Living services support the clinical and pharmacy needs of individuals with intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disabilities. Accreditation is an important part of our commitment to quality care. A Michigan location has earned accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services. The accreditation […]


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Austin’s Story

Executive Director Michael Shepherd met a client’s family during a Christmas party, and they shared the amazing success of their son, Austin Stump, since he was admitted to day services in July 2023. Austin was previously in a different group home, and the family was not completely happy with this placement. They decided to bring him […]


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Tristyn’s Story

Tristyn has been a resident with ResCare since May 2021, and we love her dearly. Since her arrival, and despite her challenges and limitations, Tristyn has shown us all that she is gradually overcoming each trial and obstacle. Moving three times over the course of two years, Tristyn has finally settled in a stable environment […]


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Jeffrey’s Story

This is a story about resiliency and courage in the face of a great challenge. Jeffrey Wells is a young man who came to the ResCare New Jersey program in 2022 following the death of his mother who he had lived with his entire life. Having never spent much time away from home, Jeff was […]


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Ohio Direct Support Lead Recognized with 2023 OPRA Award

Congratulations to Carrie Secrest, who received the Front Line Supervisor Award for District 1 from the Ohio Provider Resource Association (OPRA). The award is given to celebrate professionals who have made outstanding contributions and have shown dedication to serving those with an intellectual or developmental disability. About OPRA As a statewide association of service providers, […]


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Residential Manager Quianti Matthews Receives the 2023 Circle of Champions Award

Congratulations to Quianti Matthews, a residential manager in Ocala, Florida, for receiving the 2023 Circle of Champions Award from the Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (FARF). The Circle of Champions Award is given to individuals who display the highest commitment to professional growth in their position. Quianti was selected for her leadership, dedication, and exemplary […]


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Residential Manager Brandie Houston Recognized by Florida Alliance of Direct Support Professionals

Congratulations to Brandie Houston, a residential manager in Gainesville, Florida, for being recognized by the Florida Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (FADSP) for her excellence as a direct support professional (DSP) and residential manager. Brandie exemplifies the foundational tenets of what it means to be a direct support professional and has made a positive impact […]


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Aamer’s Story

Aamer Naji moved into the Capovilla home in February 2021 after his family experienced difficulties with his behaviors and excessive elopements. He also had diabetes that was reaching life-threatening levels due to his food-seeking behaviors. Aamer would eat any food he could find, which was dangerous with his history of inconsistent blood glucose levels. Aamer’s […]


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Kevin’s Story

This July marks 15 years that Kevin Horton has received 24/7 services at the Brownwood, TX, operation. Kevin joined us in July 2008 in one of the last large ICF facilities in Texas at that time. He received the opportunity to transition into waiver services and moved into his first residential home in 2011. Kevin […]


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Richard’s Story

Richard Perry has been receiving 24/7 residential services in the Dunbar, WV, waiver program since 2013. He is an absolute joy to be around. Richard routinely visits the agency office to drop off his artwork as gifts to employees. He is an extremely talented artist who enjoys nearly all cartoons and video game characters. In […]


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