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Grabs the attention of the general public, as well as service providers, government agencies, policymakers, and advocates. This poster speaks to issues facing adults with disabilities in their day-to-day life with such statement as, “Let me be the one who asks for support,” “Try to understand my point of view,” “Know that my behavior may be trying to tell you what I can’t” and “Remember it’s my life.” 16""x21""

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This poster is an attractive addition to the walls of a physician’s office and is informative for both medical and dental professionals and patients with disabilities. Some examples of messages include, “Don’t be scared of me,” “I can’t understand you when you talk so fast,” “Just because I have an intellectual disability doesn’t mean I don’t know anything,” and “I have the right to say NO.” Send one to your doctor...

Offers specific ideas and suggestions on how support staff can be most respectful and helpful to those they are supporting. Ideas include, “Teach me-don’t do it for me,” “Explain things in a way I can understand,” “Understand all people have a bad day” and “Treat me like an adult.” 16""x21""

Seventeen individual, site-specific assessments are presented that highlight high priority skills that need to be addressed when developing an individual plan. Communication and social skills are built into each one. 84 pp.

This booklet contains a wealth of information on disaster planning, emergency preparedness, networks, disaster kits, and preparedness plans. It is written so that anyone who is living in his or her own home, with or without assistance, will have the same type of information that many officials have. Checklists and worksheets will help the person using this booklet to put together their own plan for emergencies and disasters. 56 pp.

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This folder is a tool for gathering, recording and sharing information about a family member with a disability and will help others focus on and provide those things that are important to our loved ones....

This folder is sold in a bulk quantity of 10 per order.

It is designed to assist the aging primary caregiver in seeking and getting the support that they need.

The item is sold in a bulk quantity of 10 per order.

This folder is designed to be a tool to prompt and assist families in preparing for the future. It is important to plan for the future for our family members with disabilities when the parents, siblings and/or primary...

The booklet introduces the reader to the Self-Advocates of Indiana and describes the steps Indiana is taking to respond to the Olmstead Decision. Through personal stories and news from state and local chapters, self-advocates share their thoughts on the importance of being active members of their organization and their communities. THE BOOKLET AND VIDEO ARE SOLD TOGETHER. 32 pp.

This video takes a look at how one family designed a custom-built home to accommodate a family member who uses a wheelchair for mobility. From rocker light switches to no-step entries, to a ramp that goes to the basement, you’ll get great ideas about how to think “universal.” Many of the family’s thoughts and considerations about comfort and accessibility are shared in the video.

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Contents: Practical steps and strategies towards the attainment of valued roles and relationships through the stages of (1) Getting To Know You, (2) Developing A Vision, (3) Getting Connected, and (4) Cultivating Relationships. Includes interactive educational activities for trainers of community builders, and “Paper Tools” to aid the community building process. Spiral-bound. 104 pp.

This manual provides information on using accessibility features and universal design elements when building a new home or remodeling an existing one. It also provides tips on dealing with an architect/contractor/builder who may not know how accessible needs should be met. Helpful resources are included in the back of the manual. This manual has been designed as a companion to the Welcome Home: Designing for Universal Access video. 36 pp.