We support proven programs that can effectively serve and improve the lives of children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and strive to partner with organizations to sustain their efforts in assisting this underserved community.
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In a study chartered by NTSOC in 2019 to assess community needs, it was reported by medical providers surveyed, that many medical professionals do not treat the core, and often mental or behavioral, manifestation of the issue (LLC, 2019). We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that provide comprehensive medical care and case management awareness to help meet and exceed this need within the community.
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Although there are no formal metrics of quality for pediatric home health, it is evident from several national surveys that family caregivers are frequently shouldering enormous burdens that lead them away from their own gainful employment and create social, emotional, and financial hardship (Carolyn C. Foster, 2019). We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that provide comprehensive skilled, non-skilled home care and respite to address the unmet needs within the community.
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The participation of children with disabilities in sports and recreational activities promotes inclusion, minimizes deconditioning, optimizes physical functioning, and enhances overall well-being (Murphy, 2008). We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that offer adaptive sports programs, leagues, or adaptive equipment that are designed for children or young adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities to address the unmet needs within this community.
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Adaptive equipment and assistive technology can be life-changing for children and young adults facing intellectual or developmental disabilities. The use of this technology to enhance learning, communication, and connection are effective in helping an individual reach their full potential because it allows them to capitalize on strengths and bypass areas of difficulty.
We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that provide effective and safe assistive technologies to confront this unmet need within the community.
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Along with experiencing function-related transitions, people with disabilities experience a range of other transitions, many of which mark common social milestones, such as starting school, finding a job, and potentially one day, moving out of their family home. Most caregivers feel ill-equipped for the transition that occurs when the child or young adult they care for turns 18, with 70% stating they do not feel they have the necessary information needed for guardianship and alternatives (LLC, 2019). We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that provide programs or services to fulfill the unmet needs within the community.
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There have been tremendous improvements in the approaches to transitioning young people with disabilities into independent, adult life. Successful transitions usually require attention to multiple areas such as living arrangements, transportation, employment opportunities, family and other social relationships, and financial self-sufficiency. For example, housing and transportation conditions can affect the ease of self-care and physical access to supportive health care services.
We encourage grant applicants from non-profit organizations that provide comprehensive transition programs or supportive services to address the unmet needs within the community.
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We love hearing about new programs that serve the community of children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, feel free to reach out or send an email to info@disablingbarriers.org