Consultant Name: Abby Larson
Company Name: Progressive Community Services, Inc.
Phone Number: 608-728-2939
Email: abby@pcsdane.org
Work History
Job Title: IRIS Consultant
Care Responsibilities: As an IRIS Consultant, I advocate and support individuals who self-direct their services to obtain long term goals.
Educational Background
Name of Institution: University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Major/Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
Credentials
Name of Certification/Accreditation: Long Term Care Screener
Certifying Agency: Department of Health Services
Date Certification was Obtained: 12/2018
Specialties
While working on my Bachelor’s degree, I provided direct care to individuals with physical/developmental disabilities, mental health and behavioral needs. Since 2014, I have provided case management services to frail elders and individuals with a variety of diagnosis and behaviors. I also have experience working with individuals with addictions and criminogenic needs.
County/Region I’m familiar with
Dane and Rock County
Languages or Communication Skills
English
I’m comfortable with pets in the home
Yes
More about me
I spend most of my free time with family and friends. I enjoy camping, kayaking and hiking at State Parks. My dog, Odin also enjoys our camping trips.