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Effective January 1, 2024 , Amerigroup will be changing their name to Wellpoint. There will be no impact or changes to members' healthcare benefits or coverage.
We once again bring you our annual Giving Tree event now through December 18, with 240 needs for 70 people we support.
EPI is partnering with iLink Technologies to create even more opportunities for greater independence.
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will host a series of listening sessions called HOMEtown Conversations this fall for Iowans who receive community-based services to share their experiences with Iowa Medicaid leaders.
After years of saving and planning, our staff wished a group of five friends, whom also happen to be person served, a safe trip. All five of these individuals headed to Orlando, Florida for a week to experience Disney World for the first time, together.
EPI becomes a seven-time recipient of the Courier's Employers of Choice!
Historically, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) served as caregivers for the individuals they supported. Leaving society with the perception that the DSP role was to "take care of" the day-to-day needs of those needing "taken care of".
After graduating EPI services, Maggie came back to provide services herself.
Join in on the celebration! The annual week-long celebration of direct support professionals (DSPs) takes place September 10 - 16, 2023.
"If you want to make a difference and want the opportunity to grow professionally, then EPI is where you'll want to be," shared Bonnie.
We must work together to ensure environments and facilities are available and accessible to people with disabilities.
Officially created in July of 2015 on the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Disability Pride Month is a symbol of inclusivity and solidarity.
While we still have work to do, we're making some great progress. We're happy to share our early indicators are very promising. We've been able to reduce our DSP vacancy rate by half and holding steady. We'll continue to do everything in our power to retain our incredibly talented workforce.
We are so thankful for everyone who joined us for an unforgettable night for our ninth annual More Than You See benefit.