Person-Centered Culture and Practices© Manual

Person-Centered Culture and Practices (PCCP) 

Person-Centered Culture and Practices (PCCP) is a ready-to-use training and implementation guide that helps adult day services (ADS) create programs focused on the people they serve. This resource:

• Provides clear, step-by-step instructions for making the change
• Covers key topics that are essential for success
• Is based on proven research and best practices
• Uses a team-based approach to support providers during training and implementation
• Is designed for adult day programs that serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, both in centers and in the community

What is included in the PCCP Manual?

• 7-phase implementation guide
• Whole-Service Assessment
• Training Topics
• Module 1: The First Step: Taking a Look at Our Own Attitudes and Behavior
• Module 2: Listening to and Valuing People’s Choices
• Module 3: Self-Direction in Daily Experiences, Planning and Goal Setting
• Module 4: Creating Experiences, Not Just Activities
• Module 5: Opportunities to Expand Interests
• Module 6: Empowerment and Advocacy; Ensuring Rights and Freedoms
• Training PowerPoint (Modules 1-6)
• Supplementary forms, handouts and worksheets

The Person-Centered Culture and Practices Manual

To learn more about the Person-Centered Culture and Practices© Manual, please reach out to our team at pccp@essc.org. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.