People with disabilities want to live in their own communities and make their own choices about their lives, just like everyone else. For millions, direct support professionals (DSPs) like Betty Davis make that independence possible. Betty has always had the innate ability to create a safe space for disabled people. As a child, she would […]
People with disabilities want to live in their own communities and make their own choices about their lives, just like everyone else. For millions, direct support professionals (DSPs) like Betty Davis...
By Tyson from North Carolina
Married people with disabilities often experience penalties that force the couple to give up necessary benefits. Congress must address marriage penalties so everyone ha...
Finding love is something many of us hope for, including people with disabilities. Lauren and Scott met while they were participating in programming at Favarh (The Arc of Farmington Valley). At first,...
Carlos is 32 years old, lives in Maryland, and has cerebral palsy.
His life has been filled with obstacles, but despite all that he has faced, he’s remained determined to achieve his dreams.
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What do you want people to know about Down syndrome?
I want people to know that just because I have Down syndrome doesn’t mean I can't live a fun and exciting life. I have a great life becaus...
By Poet and Speaker Russell Lehmann
I grew up in the Seattle area. I wasn’t diagnosed [with autism] until I was 12, even though I struggled from the day I came out of my mother’s womb because w...
My name is Yusuf and I’m 10 years old. I am in 5th grade. I like to play hockey, write blogs, and make videos for fun. I am hoping to create a YouTube channel soon. I like school so far and one ...
“We’ve spent most of her life waiting for the help we need, for the wellbeing of our family.”
Soojung teaches middle school math and has three wonderful children. Her middle child, Alice, has...
“I would love to see the day where everybody can stand on the mountain top and say ‘this is who I am and I am proud of it.’” – Shannon Mattox, State Director of The Arc Georgia
Limbric Ma...
