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A Chance to Be Made Whole, is a heartfelt guide created by People First of...

In this heartfelt video, Judith Snow shares a touching story from her childhood that shaped...

This reflective piece by John O’Brien dives into the transformative journey of institutional reform for...

Discovering the Heart of Power Sharing: A Guide to Inclusion and Collaboration This insightful document...

Discovering the Heart of Power Sharing: A Guide to Inclusion and Collaboration This insightful document...

A Tune Beyond Us, Yet Ourselves: Power Sharing Between People With Disabilities and Their Assistants...

This thought-provoking paper by John O’Brien dives into the ethical debate surrounding the use of...

All Means All This inspiring document All Means All… Even the Yes-But and Whadabout Kids”...

Discover Supported Decision Making: A Path to Empowerment This engaging transcript from Audrey Cole’s 2019...

This document, “TSI 2018” by Beth Mount and John O’Brien, dives into the transformative practice...

n this inspiring talk, Beth Mount invites us to imagine a world that truly works...

In this heartfelt talk, Beth Mount explores the deep emotional challenges faced by people with...

This document celebrates the life and groundbreaking work of Wolf Wolfensberger, a visionary leader in...

Join us in honouring Marsha Forest, a passionate advocate and educator who dedicated her life...

In this thoughtful closing talk at Common Threads, an Ontario Independent Faciliation Network(OIFN) event, John...

In this remarkable interview, Connie Lyle O’Brien and Beth Mount revewl their journey with person-centered...

Cultivating Thinking Hearts: A Guide to Lifesharing and Community Building ​ This insightful document, Cultivating...

Join us for a warm, insightful conversation with John McKnight as he unpacks the shift...

Discovering In Control: A Path to Self-Directed Social Care ​ This insightful document explores the...

In this insightful video, John O’Brien explores Hanns Meissner’s work on how different mindsets shape...

This document, titled “Dissent from Consensus”, offers a thoughtful critique of the National Quality Forum’s...

Discover the transformative power of the “Ethics of Possibility” in this insightful document by John...

Embracing Ignorance, Error, & Fallibility: Competencies for Leadership of Effective Services ​ This insightful document...

This document, submitted by the Integration Action Group (I.A.G.) ​ in 1986, advocates for reforming...

The Ethics of Person-Centered Planning This insightful document by John O’Brien dives into the ethics...

John O’Brien This document Numbers and Faces: The Ethics of Person Centered Planning dives deep...

Discover the Power of Person-Centered Planning This insightful booklet, authored by John O’Brien and Herbert...

An insightful and friendly exploration of mental health through the inspiring work of Marsha Forest....

“Finding Our Way” is a thoughtful and interactive workbook designed to help individuals navigate life...

This insightful document by Audrey D. Cole explores the principle of “First, do no harm”...

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A Journey with Judith Snow and the Circle of Support Jack Pearpo int introduces thus...

This insightful document, Philosophical Foundations: Full Inclusion Is Possible by Dr. Marsha Forest, explores the...

In this heartfelt talk, Judith Snow shares a powerful story from her childhood that shaped...

Heart and Soul: Story Quilts and Person-Centered Practice In this heartfelt video, Beth Mount invites...

This document captures the efforts of Self-Advocates of Washington (SAW) to support individuals with disabilities...

Discovering Meaning in Direct Support Work: A Guide to Fulfillment ​ This insightful document explores...

A workshop in California – circa 1990_ with Jack Pearpoint and Marsha Forest An engaging...

Comforty Media Concepts – Inclusion – Part 2 In this heartfelt conversation, Marsha Forest shares...

Deinstitutionalization: A Satirical Guide to Failure ​ This thought-provoking essay by John O’Brien, originally penned...

that growth begins when we take a brave step forward, even when social pressures try...

“Invitation to Dissent” offers a thoughtful critique of the National Quality Forum’s (NQF) Interim Report...

“It’s About Learning” by Marsha Forest and Bruce Kappel explores Frontier College’s innovative Student-Centered Individualized...

It’s About Relationships by Marsha Forest is a heartfelt exploration of inclusion, community, and the...

Judith Snow shares her memorable experiences with Peter Dill, a remarkable figure who inspired her...

This inspiring document dives into the transformative ideas of Judith Snow, a trailblazer in community...

John McKnight Tribute This heartfelt tribute by John McKnight honors the life and legacy of...

This video is a beautiful collection of reflections from our dear friend and mentor, John...

This document dives into the complexities of long-term care reforms within the Developmental Disabilities (DD)...

 O’Broem discusses the varying ap Exploring the Dimensions of Person-Centered Planning ​ In Mapping the...

Celebrating the inspiring legacy of Marsha Forest, a passionate advocate for fully inclusive communities where...

This insightful document, My House is Covered with Papers! ​ Reflections on a Generation of...

No More Segregated Settings – Marsha Forest The document appears to be heavily distorted and...

The video also touches on the challenges of inclusion, highlighting how peer tutoring programs, though...

What’s in a Word? Exploring “Valorization” with John O’Brien In this thought-provoking piece, John O’Brien...

This document, Normalization: Resolving Some Contradictions by John O’Brien, dives deep into the principle of...

This document dives into the art of person-centered planning for individuals with intellectual and developmental...

This insightful document, “Noticing That We’re Upside Down” by John O’Brien, explores how person-centered planning...

Now They Need A Life,” evaluates Wisconsin’s Money Follows the Person (MFP) Grant, specifically its...

This insightful document, Members of Each Other by John O’Brien and Connie Lyle O’Brien, explores...

Escaping the Institution Trap: A Journey Toward Freedom and Dignity ​ This insightful document explores...

“Marhisa’s Journey” is a heartfelt and inspiring narrative that explores the life of Marsha, a...

Paying Customers Are Not Enough: The Dynamics of Individualized Funding explores the transformative potential of...

Person-Centered Planning: Finding Directions for Change Using Personal Futures Planning by Dr. Beth Mount, is...

2024 In this talk with a group of support workers in Edinburgh, Scotland, John O’Brien...

In this insightful talk, John O’Brien explores how person-centered planning and the spirit of Ubuntu...

This document explores the evolution and challenges of person-centered planning (PCP), a transformative approach to...

Person-Centered Planning: Embracing the 5 Valued Experiences and Accomplishments with John O’Brien & Connie Lyle...

Beth Mount’s quilt project brought together these voices, weaving their experiences into beautiful designs that...

Planning With Open Eyes and Open Hearts: Rethinking Person-Centered Planning This insightful document by John...

Understanding Excessive Positivism in Person-Centered Planning ​ Steve Holburn This insightful paper by Steve Holburn...

In this powerful , video, John O’Brien explores how people with disabilities often face exclusion...

In “Preserving the Right to Self-Determination: Supported Decision-Making as an Alternative to Guardianship,” Audrey Cole...

Providing Equitably for Student Differences: Putting All Kids on the MAP by Marsha Forest and...

In this heartfelt video, Beth Mount shares the true meaning of Citizen Advocacy—a powerful way...

Explore MAPS, a unique planning tool designed to help individuals and communities find clear direction...

Reflecting on Social Roles: A Guide to Personal Freedom & Social Integration ​ This insightful...

This insightful document by John O’Brien dives into the heart of person-centered planning, exploring its...

Welcome to a heartfelt journey through the Toronto Summer Institute (TSI) with John McKnight, a...

This heartfelt letter, written by Robert Perske on July 4, 1999, is a warm and...

Step into the inspiring world of The Safeguards Letter Collection, a heartfelt archive chronicling decades...

This insightful document by John O’Brien and Connie Lyle O’Brien explores how high-quality services can...

This document explores Supported Decision Making (SDM) as an empowering alternative to guardianship for individuals...

Conversations about Building Sustainable & Inclusive Communities This document, Conversations About Building Sustainable & Inclusive...

This insightful document, Values-Based Leadership in Supported Living: Stepping Up to the Promise and Spirit...

Discover a heartfelt journey into creativity and community through quilting in this inspiring video. Join...

In the The Community Living Paper Jack Pealer explores the journey of integrating people with...

ity of Choice” with Connie Lyle-O’Brien and John O’Brien In this remarkable interview, John O’Brien...

This insightful document by John O’Brien and Marsha Forest explores the true meaning of inclusion...

This document explores the principle of normalization as a transformative approach to improving services for...

The Genius of the Principle of Normalization: A Guide to Building Inclusive Communities ​ This...

The Gifts of Strangers: Understanding the Benefits of Diversity ​ Discover the transformative power of...

The Hard Work of “Nothing Special” explores the transformative journey toward creating inclusive communities that...

Welcome to Day Three of the Toronto Summer Institute I think this is a duplicate????...

The Origins of Person-Centered Planning: A Journey of Inclusion and Innovation ​ This insightful document...

The Politics of Person-Centered Planning: A Guide to Navigating Change and Conflict ​ This insightful...

Join John McKnight in this insightful conversation where he explores what truly makes communities thrive....

Discovering the Power in Vulnerability ​ In this thought-provoking essay, Judith A. ​ Snow challenges...

The Rose Quartz Warrior by Marsha Forest is a deeply personal and inspiring memoir that...

In this thoughtful video, John O’Brien explores the idea of “the thread,” a simple yet...

ç The Rose Quartz Warrior by Marsha Forest is a deeply personal and inspiring memoir...

This document dives into the heart of creating meaningful lives for people with developmental disabilities...

Join John McKnight in this engaging 2009 talk as he brings to life the ideas...

This inspiring document shares the transformative journeys of two families, the Woronko family in Canada...

Two Reads to Inclusion – Network Magazine This document, written by Jack Pearpoint and Marsha...

This document, Two Roads: Exclusion or Inclusion? ​ by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, explores...

In this heartfelt video, Tyrone shares Judith Snow’s inspiring challenge to connect deeply with people...

Up-Rooting Institutions: A Path to Inclusive Community Living ​ This thought-provoking document explores the deep-rooted...

Up-Rooting Institutions: A Call for Community Inclusion ​ This insightful document explores the deep-rooted challenges...

Welcome to the closing session of VTSI 2021! – the Virtual toronto Summer Institute. Jack...

We Are People First: The Testimony of Pat Worth is a powerful and heartfelt account...

needs to be past t4ense… Past tense – Join us for the Virtual Toronto Summer...

This document dives deep into the question: “What can we count on to make and...

What Can We Count On To Make and Keep People Safe? ​ This insightful document...

Discover what makes a school truly great in this insightful document by Marsha Forest. ​...

This document dives into the transformative potential of the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final...

What’s More is Possible? ​ A Guide to Person-Centered Practices This insightful document by John...

Join Beth Mount and the TSI community for a unique, hands-on plenary session called Making...

What’s Worth Working For? ​ Leadership for Better Quality Human Services explores how human services...

What’s Worth Working For? ​ Leadership for Better Quality Human Services ​ This insightful document...

tensions between grounded relationships and abstract systems in the world of developmental disability support. It...

Stanley Hauerwas’s reflection on community and diversity challenges us to confront the “tyranny of normality”...