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Clothes for the Disabled and SeniorsAdaptive clothing and footwear for people who live with disabilities and for seniors will make it easier for them to dress themselves and also for their caregivers to encourage independent living. Some clothes will make sitting in wheelchairs more comfortable. … Continue reading →
Photographing Disabled PeopleUsing photographs of disabled people without their permission or the permission of their guardian is never OK, but providing disabled people with photographs of themselves canĀ help them remember fun times and activities. Photographs provide an inexpensive gift for them to … Continue reading →
Mentally Ill Face Higher Risk of ViolenceThe 26 studies from developed countries have all come to the same conclusion…mentally ill people are at a higher risk of becoming a victim of violence. The general population is more concerned about their risks when living near or working … Continue reading →
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Bowl Commercials are Super
For those who worked in a group home on the Sunday of the big game you may not have seen all the super commercials last night. The highlights of the game are easy to find but everyone knows the best … Continue reading
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Valentine’s Day in a Group Home
Some staff may be excitedly planning for a Valentine’s Day celebration with a special someone. Others are getting ready for their children’s Valentine’s Day party at school. There are some who dread the day because of lost love or no … Continue reading
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Assisted Living Home Closed Down
I was reading about an assisted living home that was closed down in Tucson, AZ. It saddened my heart thinking about the residents and the alleged abuse. The mother and son are accused of neglect and abuse. In a glitch … Continue reading
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