They say journaling is therapeutic. It’s why many creatives do “morning pages”— three pages of freeform writing you craft first thing in the morning when you write whatever is on your mind with no agenda. These pages are not supposed to be useful for anything other than emptying out the detritus of the day before… Continue reading A Journal Practice For the Non Verbal

This month, we recognize and salute the contributions older Americans make in our communities. Their life experiences and persistent dedication to sharing their knowledge continue to impact our nation in meaningful and profound ways. The Administration for Community Living has announced this year’s Older Americans Month theme, Flip the Script on Aging, highlighting the need… Continue reading Paying Tribute to America’s Older Generation

When ADHD makes its way into adulthood, it can impact areas of life such as work, living independently, self-care, and relationships. It can feel like a constant juggling act where most of the balls are falling on the ground on a regular basis. Let’s remember that those life skills, aka, executive life skills, are not… Continue reading How Adult ADHD Impacts Life: From Everyday Struggles to Strengths

The Rollettes Foundation Honors Disability Advocacy Thirteen years ago, wheelchair dance icon, Chelsie Hill, dreamed of a ballroom full of women dancing in wheelchairs. What started as a small vision has grown into a movement that is breaking barriers and empowering women and children with disabilities thanks to the Rollettes Foundation. Their mission is to… Continue reading Hope Charity Award

Divorce is tough. It’s tough for the adults, and it’s equally difficult for children, who often feel like they don’t have a say in the process. As adults navigating through a divorce, our emotional processing and journey are complicated and often overwhelming. Likewise, our children are also processing a great deal of emotions that they… Continue reading Helping Children Cope with Emotions During Divorce and Co-Parenting

June is National Home Safety Month. This year, we are sharing advice for aging at home. Read the original article here. Benefits of Aging at Home Nearly 90% of seniors prefer to stay in their own homes as they age. Aging in place enhances life satisfaction, improves quality of life, and raises self-esteem. It can also… Continue reading Prioritizing Safety in Your Home

Once you enter your forties, social media and all your well-meaning acquaintances really lean into the idea of self-care. This is exacerbated if you have kids. Multiply that by an X-factor of ten if you care for someone with special needs. Here’s my hot take on self-care. It does not work for me. I tried… Continue reading Self-Care Doesn’t Work for Me, but Here’s What Does

If you have diabetes, you might be afraid to eat carb-containing foods. Even though you love bread, pasta, fruit, and rice, you might think they are off-limits since carbohydrates raise blood sugar. You want to take good care of yourself and do everything right, but at the same time, not eating your favorite foods makes… Continue reading You Can Eat Carbs with Diabetes: Here’s What to Add to Your Meal for Stable Blood Sugar

Tips for a Smooth Adventure New cultures, meeting people from different backgrounds, and experiencing different landscapes while traveling is one of life’s most enriching experiences. However, for travelers with disabilities, navigating international travel can come with extra challenges and can require thoughtful planning. In this blog, we’ll explore some valuable tips and resources for traveling… Continue reading Traveling Internationally with a Disability