Winter 2010 Newsletter
Preparing for the New Year!
As we bring in 2010 and prepare for a better year than 2009,
I’d like to assure you that DDR continues to closely monitor
the state’s budget crisis and any legislative action we may
want to take. We are also taking steps to continue providing
the top quality of care and support to the entire DDR
Family. Your loyalty with DDR during some tough times is
appreciated more than you will ever know. I am very blessed
to know each one of you and work with you. DDR has some
exciting things planned for 2010 and I can’t wait to
announce them! Be on the lookout for a very special
invitation, coming soon!
DDR is always monitoring the performances of our DSPs, and
is beginning to identify some standouts candidates for the
DSP of the Year awarded at the annual DSP recognition
banquet in August. If you, as a Consumer, have extraordinary
things to say about your DSP, let us know! We welcome any
and all feedback!
And, don’t forget to check out the Mesa Arts Center for the
performances that you can use with Mesa Bucks. DDR has
plenty of Mesa Bucks still remaining for you. -Deborah
Happy
Birthday!
The following individuals will be celebrating a birthday
in January, February and March:
| Duncan C, Kalen P, Ryan
S, Robert M, Joselle P, Tom M, Callie O, Amy M, Lindsie P, Kathy O,
Michelle W, Dennis D |
Happy Birthday to all of you!
DDR has office hours!
On January 1, DDR’s Owner/Executive Director and
administrative staff introduced “office hours” for all
non-critical business and service needs. Office hours will
be Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding federal
holidays.
Consumers and DSPs—Hear ye!
Hear ye!
Looking ahead to spring break (for those of you who have
sons or daughters still in school), are you going to be
getting away? Are you looking for a DSP who has his or her
home certified? We have 4 DSPs who have certified their
homes – contact us for locations.
Also, check your calendar for those any changes in your
spring schedules and we’ll get started on Consumer/DSP
interviews and matching you up.
DDR’s 2nd HAI home!
If your son or daughter is ready for independent living,
then DDR might be able to help! We are looking to open
another HAI home this spring or early summer. Let us know if
you would like more information!
Next Consumer dinner!
This is a chance for you to meet other Consumers receiving
services from DDR. You’ll have the opportunity to have a
small-group discussion with Deborah and provide your
feedback on various company operations — policies,
procedures, areas for improvement or change, etc., and enjoy
a light catered dinner. We will be announcing the March date
soon.