“Anger, physical resistance, swearing, hallucinations, and sexually undesired or surprising actions are just a few examples of the challenging situations that can occur when a person is living with dementia. As a care provider, any of these behaviors can leave you feeling distressed, hurt, embarrassed, and unappreciated. “After watching this program you will know: –… Read more »
Month: September 2018
Independent Living Centers in Indiana
Staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have recently published an article that discusses Independent Living Centers in Indiana–what they are, what they do, who they serve, and how to contact them. The article also mentions who to contact if your county isn’t served by an ILC. You can read the full article by… Read more »
Talking about sex: Sexuality education for learners with disabilities
Talking about sex: Sexuality education for learners with disabilities “will address sexual development of people with autism spectrum disorders as well as other intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. It also considers special considerations for group homes and recreational facilities, and concepts of ethics and models of consent (medical, legal, social, and educational.)” -publisher Interested? Email us… Read more »
Critical issues in intellectual and developmental disabilities: Contemporary research, practice, and policy
This timely and important publication provides a concise review of what we know about ten key areas in the field of IDD and what that knowledge means for future developments in public policy, research, and practice. Developed as a foundational review of the knowledge base in preparation for the 2015 National Goals conference, the book… Read more »
Love for Logan
“Love for Logan is an inspirational story based on actual events. A young girl learns to better understand why day to day life can be challenging for her older sister. While sharing a special night, the story embraces how one girl’s love for her sister empowers her to overcome one of life’s obstacles. “This beautifully… Read more »