“The importance of hearing to our health is fundamental. It is one of our most critical senses for connecting to people and interacting with the world. Because of this, it helps us socialize with our loved ones and friends. Hearing also plays an important role in meeting new people and pursuing healthy activities and hobbies […]

“National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6th and ends on May 12th, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. These permanent dates enhance planning and position National Nurses Week as an established recognition event.” [1] “The first state to recognize May 6 as Nurses Day was New Jersey, which celebrated the day for the first time in […]

“Beethoven once said, “Music can change the world.” Considered one of the greatest composers of all time, Beethoven was able to create incredible masterpieces despite being completely deaf. Instead of giving up his love for music as his hearing loss accelerated, he persevered and continued to produce amazing works that are still enjoyed and admired […]

“An intellectual or developmental disability, also called IDD, includes many severe, chronic conditions that are due to mental and/or physical impairments. IDD can begin at any time, up to 22 years of age. It usually lasts throughout a person’s lifetime. People who have IDD have problems with major life activities such as: Language Mobility Learning […]

Autism Acceptance Month, previously named Autism Awareness Month, is celebrated in April. “This Month, autism rights groups are asking schools and the media to focus on the inclusion and acceptance of those with different neurologies. This starts with the small, but significant, change from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance.”1 What is Autism? “Autism spectrum disorder […]

Supported Living is a care option that allows a significant level of independence, while also ensuring that the individual is suitably housed and has access to support when they need it. It can be an empowering yet safe alternative to traditional residential care, giving vulnerable individuals the opportunity to be more self-sufficient while still receiving […]

There are many things that makes someone a good job coach.  Here are 4 strong qualities that makes someone a successful job coach. 1. Adaptable: One needs to know how to adapt to change and recognize when something is not working and is able to form a task to the abilities of the person that […]

According to the dictionary, “Respects; Respecting; Respected is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone. If you respect your teacher, you admire her and treat her well. People respect others who are impressive for any reason, such as being in authority — like a teacher or cop — or being older — […]

The Importance of DSPs Every day across the nation, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) play a vital role in America’s workforce and economy by providing necessary supports and services to people with disabilities of all ages, including supports related to employment.  Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) need people in their lives who provide them […]