Author: Wendy Richmond, RN Educator
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How To Journal: “Rest to Recharge”
This week, we explore the powerful connection between rest and your ability to show up with care, presence, and energy. Use this journal to reflect, reset, and reconnect with your own needs. Read more
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How to Fuel Your Caregiving; Food, Rest, Movement & Hydration
Caregiving requires energy, focus, and compassion—learn how to nourish your body through balanced food, quality rest, mindful movement, and hydration so you can care for others without burning out. Read more
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How to: Ohio DODD Medication Training & Holistic Wellness for DSPs | Certification & Self-Care Support
Discover Ohio-approved Medication Administration Training for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) with a holistic twist. Learn how to earn or renew your certification while gaining tools to prevent burnout, improve nutrition, and support your own well-being as a caregiver. Read more
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Basic Nutrition for Sustained Energy and Mental Clarity: A Caregiver’s Guide
Discover how balanced nutrition supports lasting energy and mental clarity—especially for busy caregivers. This guide covers simple, whole-food strategies to nourish your body and mind so you can show up clear, calm, and resilient every day. Read more
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What is Your Caregiver Energy Scale: A Holistic Journaling Tool for Burnout Prevention
This guided journaling worksheet helps caregivers and DSPs assess their energy levels and explore holistic self-care strategies. Use it regularly to prevent burnout and stay connected to your purpose. Read more
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How To: DSP Medication Certification: Online Blended Learning Guide
Discover how to earn your DSP medication certification through Ohio-approved online blended learning. This step-by-step guide covers training, in-person testing, and fast certification for Direct Support Professionals. Read more
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Healthy Boundaries to Prevent Burnout For Direct Support Professionals
When you spend your day meeting the needs of others, it’s easy to lose track of your own limits. You may feel guilty saying “no,” or worry about being seen as uncaring. But boundaries are not barriers. They are bridges to healthier relationships—with others and with yourself. Read more
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Caregiver Stress Relief: Quick and Easy Holistic Techniques
After learning how stress shows up in your body and impacts your caregiving, it’s time to explore something hopeful: you can reset. You don’t need an hour at the spa or a week off to feel better. This lesson introduces you to simple, fast, and effective tools that you can use right in the middle… Read more
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Understanding Stress in the Body: A Guide for Direct Support Professionals
As a caregiver, you show up daily for others, often under pressure and with little recovery time. That pressure can accumulate and manifest as stress in the body—a silent burden that, left unchecked, can lead to burnout or even illness. In this lesson, we’ll explore what stress is, how it affects your physical and emotional… Read more
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The Power of Holistic Self-Care: Simple Tools for Direct Support ProfessionalsThe Power of Holistic Self-Care
Before we dive into techniques and tools, we need to start with a powerful truth: You are the foundation of the care you give. When you feel depleted, rushed, or emotionally exhausted, the quality of your care—and your sense of purpose—can suffer. Read more
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Are there free training options available?
Are there free training options available? There are several free training options available for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Ohio to obtain or renew their Medication Administration Certification. These opportunities are typically offered through county boards of developmental disabilities and other local agencies. Read more
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How To Take Online Training For Medication Administration Certification in Ohio?
Are There Online Options for Medication Administration Training in Ohio? Yes—some parts of Ohio’s Medication Administration Training can be completed online, depending on the course type and certification level. Read more
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How to Enroll in a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification Course in Ohio
How to Enroll in a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification Course in Ohio If you’re a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Ohio aiming to administer medications, obtaining a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification is essential. Here’s a concise guide to help you navigate the enrollment process: Read more
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What are the prerequisites for enrolling in these courses?
What are the prerequisites for enrolling in these courses? There are a few important prerequisites to ensure eligibility for Medication Administration Certification courses for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Ohio. These requirements vary slightly depending on the certification category, but generally, they include the following Read more
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Costs for Medication Administration Certification Courses in Ohio
Costs for Medication Administration Certification Courses in Ohio Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Ohio must complete Medication Administration Certification courses to legally administer medications and perform related health tasks. Here’s a breakdown of the costs associated with the different certification categories: Read more