I first began to understand how to navigate my way around a city when I was 23 years old. Until then, I always had someone with me because of the potential to get lost or disoriented. I went to a program called The College Internship Program in Bloomington, Indiana. The staff there knew I was… Read more »
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The People in My Neighborhood: Creating a Safety Net for a Child or Young Adult with Disabilities
When I was a little girl, one of my favorite books was the Sesame Street book People in My Neighborhood. It featured all the different parts of a neighborhood such as the grocery and toy store, the doctor’s office, and the iconic Sesame Street characters to go with them. Part of teaching children and young… Read more »
The Power of “You Try First”
One of the best things my parents ever did for me was to teach me to be my own advocate as well as being a great pair of advocates on my behalf. My parents made sure I was helping around the house, taking care of pets, getting schoolwork done on a timely schedule, and involved… Read more »
Hello!
My name is Adria Nassim. Welcome to my bi-monthly blog, Adria’s Notebook. The aim of this blog is to provide insight in disability through the lens of my personal experiences. I am 31 years old and am originally from Floyd County, Indiana. I now live in Bloomington full time with supplemental supports in the community… Read more »