For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, you don’t always (and very rarely) have full or any autonomy. As you might imagine, having to rely on others can be frustrating and feel disempowering. “Nothing about me without me” is a way for neurotypical folks to remember that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities have their… Read More

Sound has proven time and again to help with a whole range of emotions. In fact, just saying calming words out loud to yourself can help some people get rid of a severe anxiety attack. If you need help right now due to an oncoming panic attack, try repeating these words out loud:  “Abnormal feelings… Read More

COVID-19 has thrown the world through a loop, and it’s hard to know when the rollercoaster will stop to let people off. Routines are up in the air, people are operating in close quarters, and the future is uncertain.  Usually, chaos is not a preferable state to operate in when you have ASD. Many adults… Read More

When you have an intellectual or developmental disability, you may face the challenge of being left out of the decision making in your own life. This means that instead of getting the opportunities that neurotypical folks do, you just don’t. This, as you can imagine, can be incredibly frustrating.  It’s not like carers or family… Read More

On July 12th, we celebrate the day sparked by a girl who does not accept tradition as a viable answer to injustice. Instead, she stands up and raises the voice of all girls to fight for access to education. She is a remarkable human rights activist and an inspiration not just to girls, but to… Read More

Research shows that spending time in the garden provides multiple important health benefits. Gardening can help with stress-relief, mental wellness, and mobility while also boosting your immune system. A garden is a safe space, a sanctuary, an area to reflect, and a spot to learn. Gardens don’t always need to be traditional either. You can… Read More

Before we begin, it’s a good idea to keep in mind that anything can be a trigger for any person, whether they are a person with autism, ADHD, or none of the above. These are useful, but each individual will react differently. The best suggestion is to start with one and add one more at… Read More

This quick, easy, and ultra-fun science experiment demonstrates how geodes are formed in nature.  This activity also shows its maker different light reflections, shadow, color variations, depths, shapes, and textures. As well as using these as home decorations, you use the crystals and glue them to blank pendants and earrings to make your own jewelry! … Read More

Crafting is great therapy. If you ask us, there’s not enough crafting happening in the world. Embarking on creative endeavors as an individual, duet or group can allow for soul searching, bonding, self-expression, communication, improved hand-eye coordination, a feeling of accomplishment, lots of epiphanies, happiness, and some much-needed R&R, to name a few. Right now,… Read More