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📅 The countdown is on! We look forward to greeting you in Baltimore at the 2026 Reimagining Quality Conference, October 4-6!‼️Did you miss online registration? Don't worry! In-person registration will be available at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel. For more conference details, visit: https://reimaginingquality.org/

About: HSRI is a proud partner of the 2026 Reimagining Quality Conference. Formally known as the Reinventing Quality Conference, this year continues the longstanding tradition of bringing together leaders, researchers, policymakers, providers, self-advocates, and other professionals committed to improving quality supports and outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As Su***de Prevention Month comes to a close, we’re proud to share HSRI's preliminary findings from our peer respite evaluation in Vermont, funded by Four Pines Fund. Peer respite programs—like Pathways Vermont's Rosewood Cottage—are making a real difference in su***de prevention and crisis support. Our research found that Rosewood Cottage peer respite guests experienced improved outcomes from entry to exit, including a remarkable 50% decrease in those who agreed with the statement, "I want to end my life." These results highlight the value of peer-led, community-based support in helping individuals navigate crises and find hope.

Read more > https://www.hsri.org/projects/pathways-vermont-peer-respite-evaluation-preliminary-report/

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ICYMI: We recently talked with Chelsea and Johnetta for our Q&A series Five with HSRI. Read it here 👉https://ow.ly/Gylh50ZQC1z


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Meet Chelsea and Johnetta in our latest "5 with HSRI" Q&A 👉https://ow.ly/Gylh50ZQC1z


Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

⏱️Last chance! TODAY is the final day of online registration for the 2026 Reimagining Quality Conference in Baltimore October 4-6. RQ2026 offers something for everyone committed to advancing quality supports and services:

What's in store:
✔️ Interactive pre-conference sessions
✔️ Inspiring keynote presentations
✔️ More than 25 breakout sessions
✔️ Dedicated exhibit time
✔️ Networking opportunities

Register 🔗https://reimaginingquality.org/registration

About: HSRI is a proud partner of the 2026 Reimagining Quality Conference. Formally known as the Reinventing Quality Conference, this year continues the longstanding tradition of bringing together leaders, researchers, policymakers, providers, self-advocates, and other professionals committed to improving quality supports and outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Su***de prevention must include disability-informed approaches. Research shows that people with autism and people with ADHD face a significantly higher risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors than the general population. Yet many clinicians and service systems still lack the tools, training, and evidence-based supports needed to effectively respond.
Autism Society of America has more:

Resources: Mental Health Awareness Month & Su***de Prevention | Autism Society Our May resources focus on Mental Health Awareness Month where we share resources on su***de prevention, statistics and facts about the intersectionalities with mental health, summertime activities, and camp information to continue development while out of school.

HSRI’s Population Health Team is driving positive change in maternal health care across Virginia! Through a powerful collaboration with Virginia Health Information, we developed the "Distance to Delivery" dashboard that empowers state leaders, providers, and communities to improve maternal health outcomes statewide. We’re proud to support healthier futures for Virginia mothers and families!

Read news coverage and check out the dashboard 👇
📰 https://www.13newsnow.com/article/news/health/new-dashboard-reveals-widening-rural-divide-in-access-to-virginia-maternity-care/291-7958a40b-24b7-43b8-b55f-a02eb024404f
Distance to Delivery Dashboard 🚗 https://www.vhi.org/report/distance-to-delivery/

New dashboard reveals widening rural divide in access to Virginia maternity care Virginia Health Information's new dashboard finds rural mothers travel 30 minutes longer and 23 miles farther on average to give birth than mothers in urban areas.

Direct support professionals help make community living possible, yet workforce shortages and turnover continue to challenge providers nationwide. As we close DSP Recognition Week, let's celebrate the profession while supporting efforts that strengthen recruitment, retention, and professional growth.

Recognition is important, but it's only part of the solution. New research highlights the value of career advancement opportunities, quality supervision, training, and professional development in supporting DSP well-being and retention.
Learn more: https://www.relias.com/resource/dsp-survey-report

Relias 2025 DSP Survey Our 2025 DSP Survey Report highlights feedback from 515 direct support professionals (DSPs) on job satisfaction, supervision, and more.

The Frontline Initiative series provides resources, perspectives, and practical strategies for direct support professionals and supervisors supporting people with disabilities in community settings. Explore the latest issues and support the growth of the profession.
Explore here > https://publications.ici.umn.edu/frontline-initiative/11-3/every-day-ways-to-recognize-dsps

Frontline Initiative | 2013, Volume 11, Number 3 | Every day ways to recognize DSPs Frontline Initiative DSP RecognitionEvery day ways to recognize DSPsShare this pageShare this page on Facebook.Share this page on LinkedIn.Share this page via email.Print this page.Celebrating DSP Recognition Week is a great opportunity to honor DSPs and the tremendous difference we make. Here are s...