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Teaching Choice-Making: Encouraging Decision-Making in Everyday Life

Teaching Choice-Making: Encouraging Decision-Making in Everyday Life

Teaching Choice-Making: Encouraging Decision-Making in Everyday LifeShannon Roadcap
Published on: 11/06/2025

Learn how supporting simple daily decisions empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities. Explore real examples, practical strategies, and why choice-making builds lifelong confidence and independence.

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Lessons I’ve Learned from Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Lessons I’ve Learned from Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

Lessons I’ve Learned from Supporting Individuals with Intellectual DisabilitiesShannon Roadcap
Published on: 10/06/2025

Discover valuable lessons from working with individuals with intellectual disabilities—from nonverbal communication to the power of consistency and compassion. A heartfelt look into the everyday impact of being a Direct Support Professional.

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Out and About: Making Community Outings Inclusive and Meaningful

Out and About: Making Community Outings Inclusive and Meaningful

Out and About: Making Community Outings Inclusive and MeaningfulShannon Roadcap
Published on: 09/06/2025

Learn how thoughtful routines, gentle redirection, and active advocacy make community outings meaningful for individuals with intellectual disabilities. A real-world movie trip illustrates how small supports make a big difference.

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Empathy in Action: How Working with People with Intellectual Disabilities Changes You

Empathy in Action: How Working with People with Intellectual Disabilities Changes You

Empathy in Action: How Working with People with Intellectual Disabilities Changes YouShannon Roadcap
Published on: 06/06/2025

New Blog Post DescriptionA heartfelt look at how working with individuals with intellectual disabilities fosters empathy, patience, and a deeper understanding of human connection.

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