The VILLAGE!
I have known these women since I was 18 years old. They mentored me then, through the years and still show up for me every time I call upon them.
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Thoughts on advocacy, law, family, and the work that matters.
New Skills to Master
Routine is incredibly important to persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder. As a parent you would think routine is a benefit, however that is not always the case.
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All Eyes on Me
A friend called to say he ran into my daughter at her new job. Whether you are typical or atypical, work is more than a job.
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The Integration Mandate
Parents of children with disabilities have the same desires for their children as every other parent. The integration mandate simply allows our children to participate in everyday life.
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Aging Caregivers
For families who take care of persons with disabilities, the prospect of aging can be quite daunting. Everyone ages, including people with disabilities.
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There is Power in Advocacy
A few of my classmates left a significant impact because they had true lived experience. Recently one of them was featured in Uniquely You.
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I'm Bored!
Many parents have challenges keeping their children occupied over the summer. That is no different for families caring for persons with invisible disabilities.
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Invisible
You cannot always tell when someone has a disability or learning disorder because it is invisible. Finding a safe space to be is important.
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Mama Bear has not given up!
We rarely talk about our temperament as mothers, but we are not perfect human beings. No mother receives a blueprint on how to raise a child.
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Extended Family
We all have people we rely on. Sometimes we have people who unexpectedly join our village. Thank you, Lourdes, for being a part of our extended family.
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