Everyone’s identity is made up of many parts. A person can be LGBTQ+, have a disability, and more. The parts of who we are shape our experiences. They also shape how others treat us. Watch this video clip. Paz talks about gender, IDD, and their identity. Check out the full video on our Seen & […]
Tag: Neurodiversity
Pride Month and IDD: Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ People
June is Pride Month! So we’re talking about Pride Month and IDD. This is a special time to celebrate people in the LGBTQ+ community. LGBTQ+ stands for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or have other identities. Everyone should be proud of who they are. Visibility Is Important Visibility means being seen and […]
IDD and the Grieving Process: How to Help and Why Inclusion Matters
Today is Memorial Day. Many of us are thinking about people we have lost. Some people think that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) don’t or can’t feel grief. This is a harmful myth. People with IDD feel loss just like everyone else. But they are often left out of the grieving process. This […]
Healthy Aging for People With IDD
In our last issue, we talked about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their mental health. This week, we talk about healthy aging. This is another big issue for people with IDD. Getting older is something that happens to everyone. People with IDD also grow older, just like everyone else. Staying Healthy […]
Supporting Mental Health of People with IDD
Some people think people with IDD don’t or can’t have mental health challenges. This is a wrong and dangerous belief. Because of it, people with IDD often don’t get the help they need. This week, we’re supporting mental health of people with IDD and those that care for them. Getting the Right Mental Health Help […]