Milestone HCQU West Blog

May 17, 2023

Accessible Places

Do you ever take your mobility for granted? I know I do. I never thought about not being able to go somewhere because it wasn’t accessible to me. For those that use walkers, wheelchairs, or any other mobility device, this is a common problem. It wasn’t until I had a family member who became immobile that I gave it some...

Community/General/Resources

January 12, 2022

Did you know that Milestone HCQU West has an app??

It’s true! It’s FREE! And, it’s available for iPhone or Android. Pocket HCQU contains loads of tools & resources to help you support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Do you need to cook for the people you support but only know how to use the microwave? Pocket HCQU can help with delicious, healthy recipes developed by our favorite...

General/Resources/Technology

November 10, 2021

Your Personal Guide: MagnusCards

Figuring out the nuances of day to day life, from interacting with others to navigating local stores, can be confusing for many of us. Take my current situation as an example. My local grocery store is going through a remodel. Now, having lived in the same town for almost 20 years, I have gotten used to what items are in...

General

October 30, 2019

There’s an App for That!

Apps, or mobile applications, have revolutionized our lives. We use apps to get directions, shop online, increase productivity, or motivate us to make a lifestyle change. But did you know that apps have also made a huge impact on the lives of people living with disabilities? Apps can assist with communication, learning new skills, daily routines, and so much more....

General/Resources/Technology

February 27, 2019

Introducing the ‘Pocket HCQU’ App!

According to the Pew Research Center, 95% of Americans own a cell phone and 77% of adults in the United States own a smartphone. Back in 2011, that number was only 35%. These days, it’s so much easier to just pull a phone out of your pocket than to go open up a computer. Plus, it’s not like you bring your...

Resources/Technology

Tag: app

Accessible Places

Did you know that Milestone HCQU West has an app??

Your Personal Guide: MagnusCards

There’s an App for That!

Introducing the ‘Pocket HCQU’ App!