Provider Family Caregiver
National Statistics
In a recent national survey, 31% of caregivers reported difficulty coordinating care across various providers, up from 23% in 2015
According to available data, a significant portion of providers who work with individuals diagnosed with intellectual or developmental disabilities have received limited to no specific behavioral health care training, with many reporting receiving only a few hours of dedicated education on the topic
1:31
Children are diagnosed with autism
16 million/3-5%
people live with intellectual and developmental disabilities
11%
live independent and own or lease a home
9%
of people with IDD live in a facility, nursing home, or institution
45%
of respondents with IDD engaged in dangerous, destructive, or disruptive behaviors
178%
increased prevalence since 2000
60%
of people with IDD live with family members
16%
of people with IDD live in group homes
39%-52%
of people with IDD have co-occurring mental health conditions
23.2%
of the 45% of respondents needed support specifically for self-injurious behaviors
Key Areas For Behavior Science to Support Individuals with IDD in:
Building real-world skills that promote independence, dignity, and belonging. Whether in supported living, employment, or inclusive community programs, we focus on behavior science applications that align with the learners’ life, encompassing many key aspects of their life.
Promote Independence
Helps individuals gain or strengthen daily living, communication, and social skills to reduce reliance on caregivers or staff.
Learn Socially Significant Behaviors
Teaches socially appropriate behaviors, coping skills, and community safety, helping individuals integrate in society.
Build Meaningful Relationships
Support individuals in navigating healthy relationships around work, personal, and community members.
Vocational & Job Readiness
Create clear support systems in work, day-program, and social settings to help individuals successfully manage their daily responsibilities.
Improves Quality of life
Emphasizes choice-making, self-advocacy, and emotional well-being centered around dignity and autonomy.
Community Participation
Integrate individuals in understanding social rules, use of public services, engage in recreational hobbies, and volunteer opportunities.
Some Benefits From Our Course for Caregivers:
Learn to use all the related tools, walk everyday with confidence knowing you have the tools to be successful.
Behavior Management Skills
- Understand that verbal communication can occur in multiple forms
- Learn Breaking tasks into small, teachable steps
- Prompting and fading techniques to build independency to improve quality of life
Self Care and Resilience
- Recognize the emotional challenges of working with individuals with IDD and challenging behaviors.
- Identify self-care strategies to manage stress and maintain emotional resilience.
- Access resources and support networks to maintain well-being as a caregiver or provider.
Promote Functional Skills
- Understanding the function of behavior (e.g., attention-seeking, escape, sensory)
- Learn proactive strategies to help preventing challenging behavior
- Teach replacement behaviors that are safer and more appropriate
- Use positive reinforcement effectively
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