Photo by John Nail on Pexels.com Housing There’s a few housing options but the most common ones for people with severe learning disabilities are to rent a home from the local authority, share with a few others in supported living or live in a larger care home. Your sibling might live with you/your parent –… Continue reading Health and social care in England
Effective leadership in IDD services requires a holistic approach that values siblings' roles alongside therapists. By incorporating siblings' insights in care planning and supporting therapeutic collaboration, leaders can enhance family dynamics and caregiving preparation. This inclusive strategy fosters emotional well-being for both siblings and individuals with IDD, creating a supportive environment.
In my quest to explore the world and seek out better opportunities for my brother, I've had some incredible experiences with various organizations. My journey began with Yoga for All Abilities, which has taken me to places like India, London, Croatia, and hopefully Brazil this year. After that, I participated in two skill corps tours… Continue reading Travel’s Continued
This post is just to share a video regarding future planning for parents/guardians and or siblings. It was a presentation that was created for a local agency. The information is important for all. #haveaplan The link will say purchase but it is free and please share. https://momence.com/video/collection/12366/432433
The statics for abuse with someone with a disability in the US is around 90% according the Center for Disability Rights. The link to their blog post is here. These numbers do not surprise me anymore especially with my own experience with my brother, working with individuals post trauma (go back to the blog post… Continue reading IDD & Trauma
