Care for someone you love is one of the most meaningful roles a person can take on. It can also be complex, emotional, and, at times, isolating. Staff at our organization regularly hear from caregivers who are navigating systems, advocating for services, and working to support their family members in living full and meaningful lives. Alongside those experiences, we also hear something else, a need for connection. A space to talk with others who understand. A place where you do not have to...

Did you know that we provide advocacy services for people with disabilities and their families? At its core, advocacy is about more than addressing a single concern. It is about ensuring that individuals with disabilities are heard, respected, and supported in living the life they choose. Through LIFE Advocacy Services, we work alongside individuals and families to advance human and civil rights, navigate complex systems, and build pathways toward meaningful community inclusion. What We Hear...

Earlier today, our Executive Director spoke to attendees at a Partners in Policymaking training about Future Planning. You may be wondering what future planning is and why it is so important. View the entire PowerPoint presentation. Planning ahead can help guide a person with a disability to lead a good life as independently as possible. A plan is important throughout all stages of life and especially in the future after the parent or caregiver is no longer able to provide support. The act of...