Working from home brings priorities into focus. I am a caregiver first and everything else second.
Categories: Family Support
Even if it has been a long time, it’s important for caregivers to start taking care of themselves. Catching up on my healthcare and doing things just for me has made me happier and healthier.
Categories: Family Support
Who was it that said “Nothing is constant except change?” I wish that person could tell those of us who don’t love change, even good change, how to manage it.
Categories: Family Support
Sometimes we need to let our kids be the best they can be, even when we have our doubts.
Categories: Family Support
If anyone can understand the challenges of navigating through the summer break, it’s parents of kids with disabilities.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
Once we know why segregation, oppression and unemployment occur, barriers can be removed and the quality of life for people living with disabilities will improve.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
Everyone needs a connection to other people. For our loved ones with disabilities, it’s especially important. Creating those connections takes some effort, but it is so worth it.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
I thought I had it all figured out. I have emergency plans in place for my son who is medically complex. A car breakdown showed me that I hadn’t thought of everything.
Categories: Family Support
Autism can be scary, but it’s nothing like seizures.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care, Family Support
A superhero has to have his cape, even at dinner, while eating enchiladas.
Categories: Family Support