Safety-Care by QBS

05/28/2026

Widad Mukhar’s journey into behavior analysis started long before her career.

As a child, she was the quiet observer, always watching, always wondering why people do what they do. That natural curiosity about behavior stayed with her and eventually led her to ABA.

Today, that same curiosity drives how she teaches, connects, and helps others understand the impact of behavior in everyday life.

🎥 Learn more about Widad in her recent Master Trainer Interview here:
https://hubs.li/Q04cYrxF0

05/21/2026

Once an interaction becomes about control, escalation usually follows.

Repeating demands. Arguing back and forth. Correcting behavior that doesn't actually need to be addressed in the moment.

These are some of the most common ways power struggles take hold, and they can happen in any setting.

On June 4, QBS Master Trainer Olivia Sanders will walk through how staff can recognize these patterns, adjust their approach, and respond in ways that support cooperation instead of conflict.

Safety-Care Live | Thursday, June 4 at 2:00 pm ET
Free to attend. Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04fMxnk0

05/20/2026

What is the real takeaway from Safety-Care training?

For Master Trainer Widad Mukhar, it is simple: these principles are for everyone.

Safety-Care is often associated with high risk or dangerous situations. But as Widad shares, the core concepts go far beyond that. Behavior is behavior, and there is always an opportunity to use reinforcement, build understanding, and create better outcomes, no matter the setting or population.

It is not just about where you work. It is about how you show up and support the people in front of you.

🎥 Want to hear more from Widad on how she brings this mindset into her work as a Master Trainer?
Listen to the full interview here: https://hubs.li/Q04d_KVK0

05/14/2026

We’re excited to welcome Mindy Huttenstine and Julie Meyer from Seattle Children’s Hospital as featured panelists for our upcoming Safety-Care Live webinar on May 19.

As education and safety leaders at Seattle Children’s, Mindy and Julie work together to strengthen workforce development and behavioral safety practices across healthcare teams. Their collaborative approach to implementing Safety-Care focuses on building practical, sustainable training programs that help staff respond to behavioral crises with confidence and compassion.

Together, they bring valuable experience in creating learner-centered programs that support staff preparedness, promote a culture of safety, and improve patient outcomes across complex healthcare environments.

Join Mindy, Julie, and fellow panelists from Johns Hopkins and Brown University Health as they share real-world insights on implementing and sustaining Safety-Care in hospital settings.

📅 Tues, May 19 | 2:00 pm ET
👉 Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04fG5X70

05/13/2026

“This is our job… but this is their life.”

During a recent training, a trainee shared this perspective and it stuck with Master Trainer Widad Mukhar.

It’s easy to show up and focus on the task in front of us. But as Widad shares in her Master Trainer interview, the work we do has a lasting impact on the people we support. For them, these moments are not just part of a shift. They are part of their everyday lives.

That mindset is at the core of how Widad approaches training. She helps people connect the material to real impact, both in and beyond the workplace.

🎥 Want to hear more about Widad’s journey and training philosophy?
Watch the full interview here: https://hubs.li/Q04d-MqB0

05/12/2026

Power struggles rarely start with a major incident.

They start with a repeated demand, a frustrated tone, or a conversation that slowly shifts from support to control.

Join us on Thursday, June 4 at 2:00 pm ET for our next Safety-Care Live webinar: Avoiding Power Struggles: Practical Strategies for Safer, More Effective Interactions.

QBS Master Trainer Olivia Sanders will discuss how to recognize early warning signs, what staff behaviors influence escalation, and practical strategies that work across any setting.

Free to attend.
📅 Thursday, June 4 | 2:00 pm Eastern
👉 Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04fN7Yk0

05/11/2026

Thank you so much for your generous recognition and partnership, and for the vital work you do to advance science in autism treatment. We are honored to support ASAT at the Champion level and to help equip caregivers, educators, and clinicians with evidence-based tools that prioritize safety, dignity, and prevention.

Evidence-based crisis prevention grounded in behavioral science. QBS equips teams to reduce restraint, injury, and escalation with practical de-escalation skills.

05/07/2026

We’re excited to highlight another featured panelist for our upcoming Safety-Care Live webinar on May 19: Scott Sylvester, LMHC from Brown University Health.

With more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Scott leads workforce and professional development initiatives across Brown University Health. He has played a key role in building system-wide training programs, including the implementation and oversight of Safety-Care for more than 2,000 employees annually.

Scott’s work focuses on scaling practical, evidence-based training that supports staff across hospital and community settings. From launching large-scale education initiatives like the Bradley Learning Exchange to advancing workforce safety programs, he brings a unique perspective on what it takes to sustain meaningful change.

Join Scott and fellow panelists from Seattle Children’s Hospital and Johns Hopkins as they share real-world insights on implementing Safety-Care in healthcare systems.

📅 May 19 | 2:00 pm ET
👉 Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04ft6cX0

05/05/2026

We’re excited to have David Rourke, M.S. leading the conversation for our upcoming Safety-Care Live webinar on May 19.

As Director of Training and Curriculum at QBS, David oversees the development and delivery of Safety-Care, supporting more than 260,000 certified staff across the U.S. and Canada. He brings over 30 years of experience in behavioral health, with a background spanning residential treatment, rehabilitation programs, and hospital-affiliated settings.

David will guide our panel discussion with leaders from Seattle Children’s Hospital, Johns Hopkins, and Brown University Health, focusing on what it really takes to implement Safety-Care in complex healthcare environments. From gaining buy-in to sustaining meaningful change, he’ll help surface practical insights and real-world strategies from organizations doing this work every day.

📅 Tuesday, May 19 | 2:00 pm Eastern
👉 Register here: https://hubs.li/Q04fqmvZ0

04/29/2026

Moving from helplessness to empowerment.

That is the shift Anna Troutman has seen with Safety-Care for Families, as caregivers gain the tools and confidence to support their children at home and in the community.

Anna shares the full impact that Safety-Care for Families has had on caregiver confidence in supporting their children in her Customer Spotlight interview here: https://hubs.li/Q049q9630

04/28/2026

Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month is often filled with stories of inclusion and celebration, and that matters.

But for many families and caregivers, especially those supporting individuals with profound autism, there’s another reality that deserves attention too: moments of crisis.

True acceptance means more than understanding.
It means showing up in those hard moments with the tools, strategies, and support caregivers need to respond safely and effectively.

In our latest blog, we explore how moving from awareness to action can make a meaningful difference, and provide practical approaches to prevention, de-escalation, and supporting loved ones through challenging behaviors.

Because acceptance isn’t just about recognition.
It’s about real support when it matters most.

🔗 Read more: https://hubs.li/Q04cTp_r0


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