In this insightful episode, Asheley Blaise delves into the concept of "Dignity of Risk," exploring its crucial role in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. This episode is a compelling narrative that challenges conventional practices and calls for a transformative shift in thinking among caregivers and support professionals. Through Asheley's lens, dignity of risk isn't about compromising safety, but about nurturing independence and potential.

Key Takeaways:

·    Empowering individuals with developmental disabilities requires balancing safety with opportunities for personal growth.

·    "Dignity of Risk" advocates for supporting individuals to make choices, experience mistakes, and subsequently learn.

·    Support should be a partnership, whereas control can inadvertently restrict personal development.

·    "Dignity of risk asks us to reflect. Who is this decision protecting—the person or our own anxiety?"

·    "Support is partnership. Control is restriction, dressed up as we care."

Resources:

·     Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation | Code of Ethics & Core Competencies for Direct Support Professionals

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