Growing up isn't easy, and it can be particularly difficult for children with developmental and intellectual disabilities and the parents who care for them. Each year thousands of students with special needs "age out" of services provided by their schools.
Read MoreDakota is a young man who desired to live on his own. Dually diagnosed with mental health issues and IDD, he had been hospitalized twice for aggressive behavior that injured other adults. Dakota’s mother, however, knew that with the right natural supports, he could live in a supported community setting rather than in a group home. His team agreed that given his behavioral challenges, living alone could actually be a better option than congregate living.
Read MoreAn article published by TIME Magazine entitled “The Doctor On Your Wrist,” discusses the benefits of wearable technology including Jawbone, Fitbit, among others. Saying that “the next revolution in personal health may be the little step-tracking band on your wrist’ could be accurate.
Read MoreWhether you are caring for an aging parent, a child with developmental disability or another loved one, caregiver burnout is a real risk. It is time to take care of yourself and understand your own emotions.
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