The role of a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is pivotal in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This article aims to shed light on what a Direct Support Professional is, their duties, and how they...

In the realm of healthcare and social services, certain terms carry significant weight due to their implications for care and quality of life. Two such terms are “intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)” and “medically fragile”. Understanding these terms and...

The Importance of Social Networks and Community Inclusion for Individuals With IDD Socialization is an integral part of human life and overall well-being. It plays a crucial role in our development from early childhood through adulthood. Through social interaction,...

How to Foster Independence in Adults With IDD Empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to be independent is a crucial part of their development and an essential step toward improving their quality of life. Fostering independence not...

The Availability of Care Options To Meet the Specific Needs of Families and Individuals With IDD The availability of care options for families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) has grown significantly over the years. With a variety...

What Is Severe Autism? Understanding Autism Severity Levels and Symptoms Autism—more accurately known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people communicate, behave, learn, and interact with others. Autism is referred to...

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) often require assistance and specialized care based on the disabilities they have. As with everyone, the unique needs of people with IDD evolve and change over time as they age. Children and...

Families with special needs have an individual with disabilities—whether it is a child or other loved one. Families with special needs face unique challenges and require specialized support and resources to help them navigate their journey. This support can come in...

Individuals with severe disabilities can face various barriers in their daily lives. These barriers depend on the particular individual, the severity of their disabilities, their lifestyle, the support system they have, and more. Each individual with a disability is...

Navigating Behaviors: During our daily lives, we get into routines that help us stay on track, feel comfortable, and accomplish the things we need to. However, there are certain periods of time when our routines get interrupted and we face changes in what we’re used...