I have recently noticed a new trend. I’ve heard the term nonspeaking used in popular media. Nonspeaking was used in place of the term nonverbal to describe a person who communicates without talking.
Categories: Family Support
One of the more frustrating but necessary parts of having a child with high medical needs is that your house has a revolving door of strangers coming and going.
Categories: Family Support
During a recent checkup, I was asked, “How do you take care of yourself? I know you work a lot, and you’re a mom - but what about you?” I was caught off-guard.
Categories: Family Support
A boy's movie buddies become lifelong friends.
Categories: Family Support
Transition services are processes that help youth with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their families prepare for adulthood. These services provide the support needed to help youth live as independently as possible.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood