Tag: IDD

June 14, 2023

Know the Signs, Ask, Report, and Take Action

Most of the people employed or associated with the Intellectual Disability/Autism systems are here because they want to help provide care and service to people with disabilities. But we also know that sometimes people get hurt. That may be through abuse, neglect, abandonment, or exploitation. So, who can abuse, neglect, abandon, or exploit a person with a disability? It can...

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June 7, 2023

Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty

How many of you remember Silly Putty?  I’m sure you know what I’m talking about…the tan putty that came in the red egg.  Everyone in school had it.  When I was a kid, I loved playing with that stuff.  Back in the day, Silly Putty was the only one of its kind.  You can still buy Silly Putty today; however,...

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May 31, 2023

Growing Together Aquaponics Gets Transplanted

Have you heard?  Growing Together Aquaponics is moving.  See below for press release.  The great news is they are, and continue to be, awesome!  They are already growing produce for our second season of “Lettuce Help with Dinner.”  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Growing Together Aquaponics is moving out of North Country Brewing. Growing Together Aquaponics, the job training program for people...

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May 24, 2023

A Writer’s Got a Right!

Every person out there, providing support or receiving support has creative potential. The options are endless for how people express themselves and pursue creative outlets. However, today I just want to consider the writers. I know, dear readers, indulge this humble writer. Do you ever consider the person you support could be the next great, American Novelist? Poet? Or magazine...

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May 17, 2023

Accessible Places

Do you ever take your mobility for granted?  I know I do.  I never thought about not being able to go somewhere because it wasn’t accessible to me.  For those that use walkers, wheelchairs, or any other mobility device, this is a common problem.  It wasn’t until I had a family member who became immobile that I gave it some...

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May 10, 2023

Sleeping…But Not Feeling Rested?

So…You’ve gotten seven hours of sleep, but you feel foggy and a little off.  Hmmm, maybe you are feeling somewhat frustrated with this.  Sleep quantity measures the number of hours you sleep.  It is easy to determine the quantity of sleep you are receiving, but the quality of your sleep should be considered as well. Good sleep quality results in...

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May 3, 2023

Faith… Hope… and Choice…

As I reflect on the last 2 years it’s hard to believe how much life has changed for so many people. I think back about Covid-19, all the weather emergencies, as well as disasters that happened. With so much information to follow and so much devastation in our country, it made me think about how we handled all these situations...

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April 26, 2023

Sensory Friendly Films

Who doesn’t love a good movie?  I am not a big movie theater person, but every once in a while a movie comes along that I want to see.  Usually, I wait till I can watch it on TV; however, there are times that I want to go to the movie theatre for the full movie experience…big screen, comfy seat,...

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April 19, 2023

A Spring Awakening for Chrysler and the Autism Society of America

Anxiety while traveling is a real struggle for some people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Traveling can place a person outside their comfort zone in many ways. Being away from home, going to places with different sensory experiences, trying new foods, and so much more can affect a person’s stress levels. All of these factors can be overwhelming for someone with...

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April 12, 2023

Mac’s Cafe: Breakfast, Lunch, and Employment Success

What do you do? Where do you work? These are the first questions Americans love asking other Americans. Our country is one of doing, acting, and making an impact on the world around us one way or another. Today I want to share one local gentleman’s positive difference to our Butler community. I zipped over to Mac’s Route 8 Café,...

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