As meaningful work continues to be highly sought after by almost everyone in the 21st century workforce, few career paths can rival the sense of success available to those working with those with special needs. In fact, in a recent study, 9 out of 10 people admitted that they would trade money for a
Holiday Activities for Adults with Disabilities ’Tis the season for holiday cheer! At Shining Star Residential, we love this time of year, but as we celebrate all of our favorite holidays, its important to keep our friends with disabilities in mind as this time may also offer certain challenges. Our goal is to ensure
Socializing and extracurricular activities are a normal part of anyone’s life - something especially important for adults with developmental disabilities. No matter the self-sufficiency, guidance or supervision needed; recreational activities are an integral part to building strong social bonds and friendships, which, altogether, help improve an individual's quality of life. Getting
Your Choices in Care You’ve been preparing for it. That day when your little baby would venture out into the world all by themselves. It’s normal and natural for any young adult to crave that feeling of living independently. But, for parents of children with disabilities, it can seem very unclear as to how
Remember the sense of accomplishment you felt when you first learned how to tie your shoes? Or ride a bike? Or cook your own meals? Adults with developmental disabilities can feel the same way every time they learn a new skill. Every person learns differently, and that is no different when teaching someone how to
1. Inform Family and Friends Many times when family and friends get together, they may not really understand the individual with the disability. It might be helpful for a caregiver or guardian to send out some updates prior to get-togethers such as: “Activities and topics ______ enjoys doing or discussing” “Activities and topics to avoid with
The winter is a time for everyone to take extra precautionary safety measures, and some individuals with developmental disabilities may be more susceptible to being affected by cold weather. Here are some tips for the cold months ahead: If possible, stay indoors or limit your amount of time outside as much as
