Understanding Body Awareness in I/DD: Hunger, Pain and Thirst

For most of us, bodily sensations of hunger, pain, and thirst are virtually automatic. We stub our toe while at the swimming pool and our nervous system sends a lightning-fast message to the brain. Our response

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7 Signs Anxiety Is Missed in Someone with I/DD

How would you react if you were at the public library and a student in the visiting school group was running up and down the aisles, randomly pulling books off of the shelves and yelling at

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Unpacking Ableism in Women’s Movements: Building Inclusive Advocacy

The women’s rights movement has been responsible for many sweeping changes and better equality for women and girls. A main assertion of the feminist movement is that women’s rights also mean total gender equality – benefiting those

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Building Awareness: Why Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Matters in 2025

As we celebrated National Developmental Disability Awareness Month (DDAM) in March 2025, we took stock of how far we’ve come in promoting full inclusion, equal opportunities, and other rights of people with DD. The theme of

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The Role of Caregivers: Supporting Loved Ones with Disabilities

Do you have a loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability? If so, you could be one of their many caregivers. Whether you’re a family member, friend, or a favorite teacher, you know the importance

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9 Benefits of Person-Centered Support Services for People with Disabilities

“I have a disability yes that’s true, but all that means is that I may have to take a slightly different path than you.” -Robert M. Hensel A powerful statement, isn’t it?[1]  As a person

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