How Supported Employment Benefits People with IDD
Unfortunately, numerous myths and false beliefs hinder work prospects for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Due to misconceptions about their abilities, health hazards, and the expense of workplace adjustments, quali...
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What You Need to Know About the TxHmL Program
The Texas Home Living (TxHmL) program is designed to provide selected essential services and behavioral supports in Texas. These services are provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who live in their family home...
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Speech Therapy for Individuals with IDD
Intellectual disabilities are characterized by below-average intellectual functioning with an IQ of 70 or lower. This causes children to experience delays in achieving developmental milestones compared to their peers. They may also exhibit difficulti...
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What You Need to Know about Occupational Therapy
What is occupational therapy?Occupational therapy (OT) is a therapy that involves helping individuals, from toddlers to the elderly, to develop, maintain, or recover the skills they need to accomplish their daily activities. Therapists enhance the pa...
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Ways to Provide Support to Loved Ones with IDD
Loved ones with intellectual and developmental disorders need the support of their family members. The following are ways you can facilitate a nurturing environment for them: Set the right goals.Goals can range from small to big things. Whether youâ€...
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Discover the Benefits of Day Habilitation Programs
Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities should not be defined by their diagnosis. Although they may require varying levels of support, this does not necessarily prevent them from living fulfilling lives and playing active roles in...
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