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Understanding and Managing Burnout in the Caregiving Field

In this HDE Home Care podcast, Donny Bradetich discusses the pervasive issue of burnout, highlighting its symptoms such as exhaustion, cynicism, and a growing detachment from work. He emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, proactive communication, and supportive management practices to mitigate its effects.

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Navigating Job Challenges with Support: Ariel’s Journey

Shlomit discusses her son Ariel’s journey navigating employment with autism, ADHD, and anxiety. Despite challenges in various jobs due to his sensory sensitivities, with job coaching and vocational rehab support, Ariel found a stable job, highlighting the transformative impact of tailored employment support.

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A serene lake nestled at the base of a towering mountain, with a path winding along its shore and stretching into the distance. The tranquil waters reflect the clear blue sky and the lush greenery of the surrounding landscape. This peaceful setting evokes a sense of freedom and empowerment, illustrating the theme of independence in a natural environment.

Empowering Independence: A Journey Through Supported Employment for Autism

Evan’s journey at HDE Home Care showcases a successful transition into the workforce. With guidance from David, Evan found a structured, quiet role perfect for his skills. This episode, hosted by Eli with guest April, delves into how supported employment tailored to individual needs can lead to remarkable outcomes.

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Job Coaching with Carmen Reynolds

In this month’s NEW and EXCITING episode of the podcast, Eli chats with one of HDE’s finest Job Coaches, Carmen Reynolds. She shares some stories from the field and talks about her favorite aspects of the job. Her love for her clients and passion for her work come through in every word spoken. Eli (a…

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Senior Care – with HDE’s Founder/Owner, Donny Bradetich

In this episode, Eli sits down with his friend of twenty years and employer of two, Donny Bradetich. Donny founded HDE Home Care in 2009 and remains the company’s owner to this day. Over the past fifteen years, HDE has grown to include many different programs, but it all started with in-home senior care, and…

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Interview With Ryan McFallo

In this podcast episode, host Eli Plouff interviews Ryan McFallo, the job development manager of HDE Homecare. Ryan shares his journey from his first job at Regal Cinemas to his current role. He talks about his initial work in graphic design and his transition to social work, driven by a desire to help people. Ryan’s…

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Success Stories with HDE – Jeffrey’s Story

HDE Home Care is a family-run business committed to assisting individuals with disabilities, spanning all ages, in their day-to-day lives at home and within the community. In a recent podcast episode, they featured a conversation with Caolán Conry, an esteemed job coach at HDE Home Care. Caolán narrated a triumphant journey with his client, Jeffrey.…

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History of the Americans with Disabilities Act

In this enlightening podcast episode, host Lexi Zia takes us on a captivating journey through the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and emphasizes the profound significance of inclusion. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, Lexi unveils the struggles faced by people with disabilities before the ADA’s enactment, underscoring the need for transformative…

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Lexi interviews Monique Guererro

In this insightful podcast episode, Lexi interviews Monique Guererro, a dedicated employee at HDE Home Care, delving into her remarkable journey in the disability services field. Monique shares the deeply personal experiences that ignited her passion which lead to her own ‘success story’ for helping others and guided her into this fulfilling career.

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