February 23 is National Caregivers Day. Caregivers do so much for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Here are a few ways they give support. • They help with daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and getting dressed. • They take people to work, doctor visits, and social outings. • They give emotional support. • […]
Month: February 2025
Celebrate Black History Month with a Special Playlist
February is Black History Month! We celebrate Black leaders, history, and culture. We also honor Black self-advocates. They work hard to make the world better. They fight against the struggles of being Black and having a disability. They speak up for their rights and help others learn about self-advocacy. They show that everyone’s voice matters. […]
Set Strong Boundaries with Our Video Playlist and Toolkits
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we have two new resources! Our staff has created a YouTube playlist about boundaries on the Self-Advocate Network channel. It includes great videos from many different people. They all talk about setting and keeping strong boundaries. This is one of the most challenging parts of having healthy relationships. Strong […]