June 22, 2019 marks the 20th anniversary of the Olmstead Decision and an opportunity to celebrate a pivotal milestone for community living. Ignited by the actions of Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson to claim their independence, and propelled by advocacy from the disability community, the Olmstead Decision paved the...
Yesterday, Kathy Dayley from the Office of U.S. Senator James E. Risch presented Macy Henze with a letter of recognition for being named the 2019 Idaho Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year by the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR). This is a prestigious honor. Consumer...
Consumer Direct Care Network is thrilled to have over 50 employees signed up to participate in the Missoula Marathon events next month. We are proud of their dedication to participating in community events and to promoting health and wellness! As the weekend of events nears, there is potential for...
Is your caregiver the Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year? We want to know about it! Consumer Direct Care Network understands how important DSPs are to helping people maximize their independence in their homes and community. Across the nation, dedicated DSPs provide essential caregiving and give individuals the...
For the second year in a row, we are excited to help the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Across the country, and even the world, Make-A-Wish provides wishes to children battling a critical illness. For some, it can be a turning point in their lives offering the emotional and physical strength to...
We are proud to announce Macy Henze has been selected as the ANCOR Direct Support Professional (DSP) of the Year in Idaho. ANCOR, the American Network of Community Options and Resources, is an important national advocacy organization for providers who support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. ANCOR recognizes...
The Missoula Marathon is eight weeks away, but there is still time to plan for the weekend events. Many Consumer Direct Care Network employees are currently participating in the “Cubicle-to-5k” training program. Run Wild Missoula introduced us to this program. Run Wild Missoula is a local, non-profit, club that...
For the third year in a row, Consumer Direct Care Network is proud to be the title sponsor for the Missoula Marathon, June 28-30, 2019. Consumer Direct Care Network believes one of our great privileges is participating in community events across the country. We are also dedicated to making...
The 16th annual Big Sky Documentary Film Festival brings rich, thought-provoking non-fiction films to Missoula. For the third year, Consumer Direct Care Network is pleased to sponsor the “All Abilities” and “Younger than Yesterday” strands. Consumer Direct Care Network champions the power of film to offer insight and understanding...
On this day of remembrance for former President George H.W. Bush, we recognize a great leader who championed equal rights for people with disabilities and older Americans. Upon signing the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law three weeks after Independence Day, President Bush expressed the collective meaning...