Monthly Audits: Regular assessments of operational processes and practices to identify areas for improvement.

Assessment and Prevention: Ongoing evaluation of consumer needs and proactive steps to prevent issues from arising.

Track Consumer Goals & Objectives: Monitoring and recording the progress of consumers' personal goals and objectives within the program.

Program Participation Tracking: Keeping records of consumer engagement and involvement in various aspects of the program.

Prevent Hospital Days: Implementing strategies to minimize instances where consumers would require hospitalization.

Tracking Movement through ABOUND’s 3-phase Residential Model: Monitoring the transition of consumers through the three phases of ABOUND's residential program.

Admissions and Discharges: Efficiently managing the process of admitting new consumers and discharging those who have completed their program.

Annual Consumer Satisfaction Surveys: Conducting surveys to gather feedback from consumers about their experience and satisfaction with the program.

Psychiatrist (Coordinated Care): A medical doctor specialized in mental health who oversees the medical aspects of clients' care, including diagnosis, medication management, and treatment planning. They collaborate with other team members to ensure integrated care.

Psychologist (Coordinated Care): A trained mental health professional who provides psychological assessment, therapy, and interventions to support clients' mental well-being. They work alongside other team members to create holistic care plans.

Registered Nurse - Leadership: A nurse leader who guides and supervises the nursing staff. They ensure that medical protocols are followed, provide support for complex medical needs, and contribute to overall care coordination.

Licensed Social Worker (Coordinated Care): A social worker with expertise in mental health who offers counseling, support, and resources to clients and their families. They collaborate with the team to address psychosocial aspects of care.

Educational Coordinator: Responsible for facilitating educational activities and interventions to support clients' personal development and learning. This role is vital in promoting growth and skills acquisition.

Dietitian: A professional who specializes in nutrition and helps clients develop healthy eating habits, address dietary concerns, and manage nutritional aspects of their treatment plans.

Enhanced Direct Care (Specialty-Trained): Specially trained caregivers who work directly with clients, providing hands-on assistance, supervision, and support tailored to the unique needs of the individuals in the program.

Relias Training (or equivalent required by payer): Utilizing a recognized training platform or its equivalent, employees receive essential training to meet industry and regulatory standards.

Caregiver Model: Training employees in the principles and practices of the caregiver model, emphasizing compassionate and person-centered care.

Identifying Special Mental Health Concerns and Behaviors: Equipping staff with the ability to recognize and respond to unique mental health concerns and behaviors exhibited by the population they serve.

Meeting the Unique Needs of the Chronic and Persistent Mentally Ill: Providing strategies and insights to effectively support individuals with chronic and persistent mental health conditions.

Identifying Antecedents for Clinical Interventions: Teaching staff to identify triggers that lead to crisis situations and hospitalizations, enabling timely clinical interventions.

CPI Training: Offering Crisis Prevention Institute training to enhance employees' skills in de-escalation and managing challenging situations.

Documentation and Reporting Standards: Training on maintaining accurate and detailed documentation to ensure proper communication and record-keeping.

Self-Reporting: Educating staff on the importance of self-reporting incidents and concerns for the safety and well-being of the individuals they support.

Working with the Older Population: Providing insights and techniques for working with older individuals, including specialized care for Alzheimer's and dementia.

Vital Signs: Training employees to measure and interpret vital signs, contributing to effective health monitoring.

Medical and Psychiatric Conditions: Educating staff about various medical and psychiatric conditions to ensure informed care provision.

Working with Challenging Behaviors: Equipping employees with strategies to manage challenging behaviors effectively and safely.

Managing Durable Medical Equipment: Providing knowledge on the proper use and management of durable medical equipment.

DCW Certification: Ensuring that employees meet required certification standards for Direct Care Work.

Annual Credit Hours: All Direct Care Staff (DCW) are mandated to complete a minimum of 24 credit hours of continuing education every year.

Educational Variety: These educational programs encompass a range of learning opportunities, including In-Services, Seminars, and training sessions.

Relevance to Populations: The education provided focuses on topics directly related to the mental health population, clinical programing, elderly individuals, and those with medical fragility. This ensures that staff are well-equipped to understand and address the unique needs of these groups.

Understanding Diagnoses and Behaviors: The training delves into understanding the various diagnoses and the underlying behaviors associated with the populations served. This knowledge enables staff to provide effective and appropriate care.