By Adria Nassim A couple of my favorite things about caring for service dogs are the bond created and helping them develop their confidence and improve their skills. I really love working with Thomas every day and consider him to be part of my family. I love spending time with him whether we are working,… Read more »
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Will I Ever Have Kids?
By Adria Nassim Someone recently asked me if I ever plan to have children. After a lot of thought, I decided to write a blog post on the topic because I know this can be something many young adults with disabilities may consider at some point, just as other young adults do. For many young… Read more »
The Art of Traveling
By Adria Nassim Traveling can be a chaotic and stressful activity, but it can also be very enjoyable. Through travel, a person can experience new cultures, foods, and lifestyles. Although traveling can be somewhat stressful for me, I always come away with a new appreciation for how big the world truly is. Traveling always reminds… Read more »
Self-Advocacy Takes Practice
By Adria Nassim As kids prepare to start the school year, most students with documented disabilities can expect that they will experience a case conference at some point during that year. A case conference is a prime opportunity for students to practice self-advocacy skills and realize that self-advocacy does not end after high school—it is… Read more »
Happy Birthday, Thomas!
By Adria Nassim June is a very special month for Thomas. On June 16, he turns three years old. Because Thomas is my service dog, a lot of people see me out and about with him throughout the day. Since this is a bit of a celebratory month for him, I thought I would give… Read more »