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“We understand that it can be difficult to accept a new way of approaching challenges – especially if you have done something one way for so long. However, as an organization, we have found that minimizing interventions has resulted in drastically reduced rates of injury for both staff members and the people we support. Looking back, we believe that it would have been more unsafe for us to continue with current approaches, as opposed to moving forward with Ukeru. I believe and frequently say it is never okay to put your hands on anyone.”
- Veronica Federiconi, Chief Executive Officer,
Autism Services
“The data speaks volumes. Restraints and seclusions are ineffective. When working on the floor, it’s natural and less threatening to grab pads. You will see a decrease in aggression throughout your milieu by offering Ukeru. Just looking at the data, minimizing restraints and seclusions has a direct impact on client and staff injury.”
Jessica Kelly – Vice President of Operations,
Tanager
- Brad Johnston, Middle School Learning Support and District Ukeru Trainer,
Northwestern School District
“We understand that it can be difficult to accept a new way of approaching challenges – especially if you have done something one way for so long. However, as an organization, we have found that minimizing interventions has resulted in drastically reduced rates of injury for both staff members and the people we support. Looking back, we believe that it would have been more unsafe for us to continue with current approaches, as opposed to moving forward with Ukeru. I believe and frequently say it is never okay to put your hands on anyone.”
- Veronica Federiconi, Chief Executive Officer,
Autism Services
“The data speaks volumes. Restraints and seclusions are ineffective. When working on the floor, it’s natural and less threatening to grab pads. You will see a decrease in aggression throughout your milieu by offering Ukeru. Just looking at the data, minimizing restraints and seclusions has a direct impact on client and staff injury.”
Jessica Kelly – Vice President of Operations,
Tanager
- Brad Johnston, Middle School Learning Support and District Ukeru Trainer,
Northwestern School District