In what I promise to be my last blog about TV for a while, I thought it was appropriate to discuss the wildly popular show that’s taken audiences by storm over the past two seasons, Glee.  (I feel like a chorus of La, la, la in harmony should follow me every time I even mention [...]

I had a parent of an ARC Marion client leave my office a few minutes ago, and because she’s also a friend, I told her that her story was “blog worthy.” (in my opinion of course)  Here’s what she’s dealing with right now.
Her son, who has Down syndrome, is nearly 26-years-old.  When he turned 18, [...]

The last couple of posts I’ve made refer to parents holding their developmentally and intellectually disabled children back from activities and participating in society as a whole at times.  The segregation has not only impacted the lives of those with disabilities, but it has impacted communities of people who don’t quite know how to act [...]

I have been pleasantly surprised in the recent past with the use and representation of individuals with disabilities in children’s programming.  With two children under four, I see my fair share of kids’ shows.  I’ve discussed previously my adoration for the show Little Bill, but just as adults want variety in the shows they view, [...]