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Each month BPDD features a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month’s column comes from Jason and Julie Endres, two long-time advocates out of Eau Claire!
We made a stop at the Down on the Farm farmers stand. While visiting, they were so kind to bring their kitties on the bus for us! Nothing quite makes your day more than snuggling with one of these furry friends!
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During a meeting in September, we discussed the Building Full Lives program with a member. When discussing that they get to choose what they do with their peers and the choice is theirs for the outings and what not, the member who was sitting arms crossed and head down and talking down immediately changed his…
Cindy and Ashley speak at schools and community organizations throughout Wisconsin sharing their stories and talking about issues that are important to them. In this video, these two self-advocates share a few tips that have helped them be successful and lead a self-determined life. A self-advocate is when “YOU speak up for yourself and what…
THE DIGNITY OF RISK(A parent whose son is in a supported work program in Richmond, VA) What if you never got to make a mistake? What if your money was always kept in an envelope where you couldn’t get it? What if you were never given a chance to do well at something? What if…
THE IMPORTANCE OF LANGUAGE! While talking about “respect” during a self-assessment workshop, there was a lengthy discussion about the importance of language. Cheryl Rennick, one of the staff members who was participating from Community Living York South , realized there really were two languages – one for people who receive support, and one for people…
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN EVERY LIFE WE TOUCH Opportunity Inc. offers a community based day services program with individualized supports to support people to safely explore, connect and contribute to their communities while developing specific life skills. The Building Full Lives Model provides a pathway to greater independence, meaningful connections and relationships and employment. People are provided…
