Plug into Care: Supporting Family Caregivers This November
November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time to honor and support the millions of people who provide care to loved ones. This year’s theme, Plug-in to Care, emphasizes…
National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Building Opportunities for Adults with IDD
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) — a time to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce and to highlight the work still ahead. For…
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease in Adults with Down Syndrome
Every September, we recognize World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness, share resources, and honor families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. For the Down syndrome…
Emergency Planning for Students with Disabilities: What Parents Need to Know
When a fire alarm sounds or a lockdown is announced, most families assume their child can safely follow the school’s emergency plan. But for children with disabilities, this isn’t always…
Disability Pride Month
Why We Celebrate Disability Pride Month At CaringTide, we believe every individual with a disability deserves to be seen, valued, and empowered. That’s why July’s Disability Pride Month holds deep…
Celebrating 35 Years of the ADA: A Milestone for Disability Rights
On July 26, 1990, a landmark piece of legislation was signed into law that forever changed the landscape for millions of Americans: the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As we…
Who is Eligible for a Special Needs Trust?
Planning for the financial future of a loved one with a disability involves navigating complex legal and financial landscapes. A Special Needs Trust (SNT) is a crucial tool that allows…
Radical Inclusion: A Parent’s Perspective on Embracing Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
As a parent of a child with intellectual disabilities, I have come to understand the true meaning of inclusion. Inclusion is not just a buzzword or a policy—it is a…
The Strength in Asking for Help: A Mother’s Journey
When I first held my newborn son in my arms, I never imagined the challenging yet beautiful journey that lay ahead. As a mother raising a child with a disability,…
Finding Your Tribe: Why Support Groups Matter for Dads of Kids with Special Abilities
I've been thinking about how important it is for us dads to have a support system when raising kids with special abilities. I've experienced this firsthand with my boys who…