This consumer-directed film series can be used by consumers and the community, but is most often used as a training tool for new staff. Each DVD contains three (3) 15-minute films. The film series is accompanied by a Workbook that can be downloaded from this site (LINK). The workbook is divided into three distinct sections, one for each training film.
Until a few years ago either of Ben's conditions - MI or DD - might have resulted in him being placed in a hospital or developmental center for a long period of time. Today, new medications and behavioral therapies allow individuals like Ben to move out of the hospital The guarantee of treatment in the least restrictive setting possible is Ben's constitutional right, and that right comes with some responsibilities. Now that Ben has moved out of the hospital, he needs a chance to learn some new skills to get along responsibly in the community.
Ben is thriving in his new environment, not because he does everything with 100% success but because he is putting 100% effort into the new opportunities. Each day offers more challenges and opportunities, and with proper support, guidance and intervention, these will be met with positive results leading to increased growth and independence.
The interaction between Ben's medications, medical conditions, psychiatric conditions, developmental disability and learned behaviors can make it difficult for staff to determine the causes of some behaviors. Medical conditions often mimic psychiatric illness or medication reactions. And because Ben cannot verbalize certain problems, both he and staff members can be frustrated.
Funding for this series was provided through a Real Systems Change Mini Grant through the Indiana Family and Social Service Administration. It was produced by Peak Community Services, Inc., in cooperation with the Logansport State Hospital's Jayne English Treatment Center and Four County Counseling Center, Inc.
Send a check or money order for $10.00, plus $3.00 shipping and handling for each DVD you want. You can order as many DVDs as you choose, but you can also order one and copy it. You can order a workbook to be mailed (for $5.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling), or at no charge, you can download the book from this site or ask that the PDF version be emailed. Send check or money order made out to Peak Community Services, 1416 Woodlawn Avenue, Logansport, IN 46947, attention Kathi Thompson. For more information, call (574) 753-4104 ext 128, or send email.
Download an order form HERE. (pdf form)
