What Now? Making the Transition to the Empty Nest
For most young adults in their 20’s there comes a time when an adult child lets you know, it’s time to move out and establish a life away from their...
Transitions
The Vital Role of Freely Given Relationships in the Health of Our Loved Ones
A s social creatures, our survival and well-being are heavily reliant on connection. But, as the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted, isolation and disconnection can take a toll on our mental...
College: A Choice for Everyone!
Your Future’s So Bright!Begin preparing today for tomorrow FREE DOWNLOAD This 14 page download will show you that college and employment can be an option for your young adult. You...
Tip to Grow Your Loved Ones’ Independence
[Click to Listen to Podcast] Eric Goll asked over 9,500 families, “What their #1 Strategy was for helping their loved one with a developmental disability gain more independence?” He received...
College: A Choice for Everyone
We do many things related to postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability (ID) – we conduct research into best practices, provide technical assistance for program development and improvement, create...
Life after School Ends
Life after School Ends tips to promote future employment How did it get so late so soon? It’s night before it’s afternoon. December before it’s June. My goodness, how the...
Small Steps to Help Your Loved One Progress
Help your loved one progress As families, we are always looking for the ‘big win,’ but they are hard to come by. And to feel like we are making progress,...
Dealing with Grief and Darkness
Grief and Darkness Each day we live can bring us joy, laughter, relief, and love. It can also bring us sadness, pain, and loss. Although the good events in our...
How Your Child’s Current Interests Can Help Them After High School Ends
Identifying Interests Observing your child’s natural interests during summer is an excellent way to identify potential career paths or fulfilling hobbies. Pay attention to what they enjoy doing the most,...
Transition: Shaping Our Views of Technology
The word “transition” has multiple meanings. In the world of special education, typically we think of transition as the process in which children with disabilities change or move from childhood...
