Make a Connection is an ongoing series about organizations and programs that can help people with an intellectual and developmental disability achieve more and thrive in their communities.
Make a Connection: Miss Amazing gives girls opportunity to shine Read More »
TikTok has given thousands of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities a voice and a platform to freely share their lives with audiences craving something new.
10 TikTok Creators with I/DD you need to follow now Read More »
Every year around Father’s Day, we see ads for the perfect gift for dad. The tie, the tool set, the mega-grill, the membership to the steak of the month club. This year, especially for fathers of people with a disability, an even better gift may be simple appreciation.
For the dads who do it all for their children with disabilities Read More »
Some siblings are the best of friends, others are not, and many of us are somewhere in the middle. Sibling relationships are often the longest running relationships people have.
Top 3 reasons to consider Sibshops for your kids Read More »
Last weekend, eight young men and women took 10 steps across a stage—and a huge step forward in their lives—as they celebrated their graduation from AbleLight College.
AbleLight College: a beautiful example of inclusion—and why it matters Read More »
When Cheryl got injured, Lori wasn’t sure what to do. Her sister, who has cerebral palsy and mild developmental disability, had been living on her own with just an aide coming in a few times a week. Suddenly her needs were too great. She needed more support.
Why you should consider a Shared Living arrangement for your loved one. Read More »
Independent production companies are making sure we have movie options that represent people with disabilities fairly and authentically. And, they’re casting actors with disabilities in movies that don’t focus on disability.
Movies: No Longer “The Stuff of Dreams” for People with I/DD Read More »
A few weeks back, we talked about why it’s important for the media to accurately portray people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). It’s arguably even more important that actors with disabilities portray characters with disabilities.
Actors with I/DD bring accurate portrayals to the small screen Read More »
Community participation is an important part of living a happy, meaningful life. We all need to feel connected to our community, to feel like we belong. Here are a few ideas to keep your loved one active and engaged with the outside world.
Three Options to Connect with Your Community Read More »
The holidays are a time of joy and even though we might be celebrating the holidays a little differently this year, they can still be a time of stress.
Top 9 Holiday Tips for People with Disabilities and Their Families Read More »
