Kristen A. Shepherd, APRN

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Day Training/Habilitation Specialist

Ms. Kristen A. Shepherd is a Day Training/Habilitation Specialist in Benton, AR with special training and skill in creating and implementing customized programs to help patients participate in communities. As a Day Training/Habilitation Specialist, Kristen A. Shepherd, APRN performs direct support for patients. Day Training/Habilitation is support to help develop and maintain the life skills of patients with developmental disabilities. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Day Training/Habilitation Specialists include autism, Down's syndrome, and cerebral palsy. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Day Training/Habilitation Specialists include self-care, communication and behavior management, socialization training, job coaching, improving adaptive living skills, enabling recreational activities, and providing transportation to all activities.

Individuals experienced or trained in working with developmentally disabled individuals who need assistance in acquiring and maintaining life skills that enable them to cope more effectively with the demands of independent living.