Ben in the middle with Dad (left), Carla Payne with Aging Care Matters and Mom This is the first of several posts about parenting an adult child with a disability. Ben will be 19 this summer; I am learning along the way. As always, I hope to pass on resources and wisdom. Discuss the future. If your adult child is able to participate in planning for their future, ask them how they envision it. Let them draw a picture. Ask them to tell you a story. Maybe they can sign a few words that mean a lot to them. Find a way to get them involved. How do they see themselves living? By themselves, in a group home, with another family or with a sibling? Where do they want to live? In another city, in an apartment, in a house? How far away do they want to live from family? What level of independence can they handle? Do they want someone to check in on them? Do they want to find a job? Do they need a job coach or supportive employment? Who will help them with their finances? Is there someone they tru
How fun! I bet working in the pool is so good for Ben.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I bet he loves it. Noah receives pool therapy and he loves it!
ReplyDeleteIs he enjoying the swimming? Ashlea LOVES swimming.
ReplyDeleteBen LOVES the swimming and he is learning so much more from an instructor than us. The instructor already has him holding onto the sides without any help, support or flotation device.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! How wonderful that the local Y is working with him so well! What a blessing.
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