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What does the W in WIN stands for
Westlock
In what year did WIN open its doors
1989
True or False: If a support doesn't enjoy a particular activity they can choose to not participate with the people they support
False-Supporting meaningful activities is part of the role, even if they aren't our personal preference
What is the main focus of Mandt Training?
Building healthy relationships and maintaining safety
What are the four pillars of Gentle Teaching
Safe, Loved, Loving/Valued, Engaged
In Gentle Teaching, what is considered more important than correcting behavior?
Building trust and helping the person feel safe and valued
How many positive experiences do we need to replace 1 negative memory?
Typically 5 to replace a morale memory
True or False; A support can withhold community access until chores are completed if they think it will encourage responsibility
False-access to the community is a right not a reward
Change the following statement from a demand to an invitation-It's time for your meds
Did you want your meds before or after breakfast?
What is the difference between Important To and Important For?
Important To addresses happiness & fulfillment
Important For addresses health & safety
What is the purpose of confidentiality?
To protect privacy and personal information
True or False: Loneliness is equivalent to smoking 2 packs of cigarettes everyday?
True
When are your lognotes due?
Your shift isn't over until your lognotes are done
What is the current population of the Town of Westlock?
5,053 based on 2021 census
The primary funder for adult disability supports is?
PDD, Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Aggression is a response to what?
Threat
Name the scheduling program that WIN uses
FindMyShift
Where do we find the goals for the individuals we support?
In their Individual Support Plan or Comprehensive Support Plan and Outcomes & Progress on ShareVision
True or False: It is okay to talk about the people we support on social media?
False
What is a gentle replacement for "shift"?
Support time
Why is self awareness important?
It helps you manage emotions and respond appropriately
What is the Central Purpose of Gentle Teaching?
To nurture, teach and sustain the experience of connectedness, companionship, and community.
What do Gentle Teaching and Mandt both focus on?
Safety, dignity, respect, and relationship building
What do the following acronyms mean? ISP & PCP
Individual Service Plan & Person Centered Planning
What does the Acronym LEAP mean?
Life Enrichment & Activities Program