March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We’re kicking it off with big news. Our new Real Talk series is out! Real Talk programs are created for self-advocates, by self-advocates. That means they are not just participants. They are leaders and teachers. Self-advocate leaders in the Real Talk series are paid for their work. They are […]
Tag: Independent Living
Myth Busters: People with IDD Are Not Children
During the holidays, people often want to be kind and caring. But sometimes, they forget an important truth: People with IDD are not children. They may like fun things, bright lights, or games. But that does not make them child-like. They are adults with adult interests, goals, and rights. In this post, we talk about […]
Dignity of Risk: Empowering People with IDD
This week, we celebrate James Meadours. He wrote an article for the Institute on Community Integration. It’s called “Dignity of Risk.” In it, he shares his life journey. He talks about how taking risks has shaped his life. He thinks that all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) should have the chance to take […]
Build Your Circle of Support: The Team Behind Your Dreams
We’re wrapping up Independence Month. You might think asking for help is the opposite of being independent. The truth is, we all need support to build the lives we want. You can build your circle of support. What Is a Circle of Support? A circle of support is a group of people who care about […]
Building Your Own Path to Independence
We’re celebrating Independence Month! Last week, we shared Charlie’s story. This week, we’ll hear from more self-advocates. They share what being independent means to them. It’s Different for Everyone Independent living doesn’t look the same for every person. Some people want to live in their own apartment or house. Others may want to stay at […]