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Globe and Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Globe and Mail
Certified Home Nursing Solutions Urges Greater Community Support for Disability Home Care Services
Maryland-Based Care Provider Calls for Increased Awareness and Action to Help Individuals with Disabilities Live Independently Certified Home Nursing Solutions, a leading provider of home care and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) services across Maryland, is raising awareness about the growing need for better community support for individuals with disabilities who rely on home-based care. Following their recent interview featured in Inside Business & Community Care, co-founders Tasha Brown and Adrius King are advocating for greater public understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities—and the importance of community involvement in supporting them. 'Disability home care isn't just about medical tasks,' explained Tasha Brown. 'It's about creating an environment where people can thrive, live independently, and feel connected to their community. That requires more than just caregivers—it takes neighbours, employers, and everyday people being willing to help and include.' According to the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration, more than 26,000 Marylanders with developmental disabilities currently receive state services, with thousands more requiring additional home-based care and support to live safely and independently. Many of these individuals depend on services such as job coaching, transportation assistance, supported living, and skill-building activities. Certified Home Nursing Solutions offers a wide range of disability care services, from personal support with daily living to vocational training and respite care. But the founders stress that no care agency can do it alone. 'We've seen clients flourish with just a bit of community support,' said Adrius King. 'One of our clients gained employment because a local shop owner took a chance and offered flexible hours with job coaching. Another began participating in community classes after a neighbour volunteered to drive her. These small actions can change lives.' The company encourages Marylanders to play an active role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their communities. Simple actions people can take include: Offer inclusive opportunities in local workplaces, schools, and events. Volunteer for community transport programmes or support services. Check in on neighbours with disabilities to offer friendship or assistance. Promote disability awareness within social groups and local organisations. Encourage accessible public spaces by speaking to local councils or businesses. Brown highlighted that inclusion doesn't always require large-scale changes. 'Sometimes it's about small gestures—inviting someone to a local gathering, offering a lift, or just saying hello,' she said. 'These moments help individuals with disabilities feel valued, connected, and supported.' King added that many people misunderstand disability home care as something separate from community life, when in fact, they are deeply linked. 'People often assume it's just clinical care behind closed doors, but it's much more than that,' he explained. 'It's about giving people the tools, resources, and relationships to lead fulfilling lives.' With demand for disability services growing steadily, particularly for in-home care, the company believes now is the time for communities to step up and help bridge the gap. 'This isn't just a job for care providers,' Brown said. 'It's about making sure everyone has a fair shot at independence and inclusion. Each of us can play a role, whether we're business owners, neighbours, or just caring community members.' To read more, visit the website here. About Certified Home Nursing Solutions Founded in 2016, Certified Home Nursing Solutions provides home care, DDA services, respite care, and healthcare staffing across Maryland. The company specialises in holistic, culturally sensitive support for seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities. Contact: Info@ Media Contact Company Name: Certified Home Nursing Solutions Email: Send Email Country: United States Website:
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Yahoo
‘Awesome' father of 3 died while trying to stop truck break-in; police searching for suspects
Atlanta police are asking for the public's help in finding the people who shot at a man trying to stop them from breaking into his truck. Javon Brown died in January after spotting a group of men trying to break into his brand-new truck early one morning. After he told them to leave, police say the men started firing at him. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Brown wasn't shot, but police say he walked back into the house, said 'I'm sorry' to his wife, and collapsed. He later died from a medical emergency. Channel 2's Cory James was there as his wife, Tasha Brown, and daughter spoke at a news conference on Wednesday afternoon. 'My husband worked seven days a week. He was a pipe fitter,' Tasha Brown said. 'He was a provider, he was an awesome husband, an awesome father, and that's how I want him to be remembered. He was just a good, upstanding member of our community.' TRENDING STORIES: Nearly 2 dozen arrested for stealing thousands from Mall of Georgia Family grieves loss of 30-year-old father shot to death in his truck on busy DeKalb road Man accused of depositing check meant for GA county commissioners into personal account Tasha Brown said her youngest son, who is just 6, doesn't fully understand what he's lost. 'These people, they robbed me of my husband and they robbed my sons of a father,' she said. Police say that, when arrested, the district attorney's office says the suspects may be charged with murder. Anyone who knows anything that could assist investigators should call Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
