Tag Archive for: Developmental Disabilities

Self-Determination and Choice: Empowering Adults with I/DD to Direct Their Own Lives

Every day, we make countless choices that shape our lives, what to eat for breakfast, how to spend our free time, where to work, who to spend time with. These seemingly small decisions contribute to our sense of autonomy, dignity, and wellbeing. For adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), having the power to make these same choices is equally essential, yet often overlooked.

Sleep Solutions: Helping Children with Autism Get the Rest They Need

As we observe Sleep Awareness Month this March, the Trudeau Center highlights a challenge many families of children with autism know all too well: the struggle for a good night's sleep. Research shows that between 50-80% of children with autism spectrum disorder experience sleep difficulties, compared to just 20-30% of typically developing children.
trudeau staff jen platt with her family

10 Trudeau Truths with Direct Support Professional Jennifer Platt

You know them as the educators, caregivers and leaders who work to keep everything running smoothly so that our clients at the Trudeau Center can have the best experience possible. But what are they like when they're off the clock? Get to know Jennifer Platt!

Importance of Play: How Play-Based Learning Supports Development in Children with Disabilities

Play is a child's most powerful learning tool, building essential skills that form the foundation for lifelong growth and independence.

Heart Health and Adults with I/DD: Why Wellness Matters at Every Ability

While heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, adults with I/DD face unique challenges in maintaining heart health.

Random Acts of Kindness: Teaching Empathy and Inclusion to All Children

Teaching children to practice kindness and develop empathy builds critical social-emotional skills that serve them throughout lives.
lori johnson, special education teacher at pathways, with her husband Ben

10 Trudeau Truths with Pathways Special Education Teacher Lori Johnson

You know them as the educators, caregivers and leaders who work to keep everything running smoothly so that our clients at the Trudeau Center can have the best experience possible. But what are they like when they're off the clock? Get to know Lori Johnson!

National Birth Defects Prevention Month: The Power of Early Detection and Support

January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month, highlighting the importance of early detection and intervention in supporting healthy child development.

10 Trudeau Truths with Residential Site Supervisor Gianna Hall

You know them as the educators, caregivers and leaders who work to keep everything running smoothly so that our clients at the Trudeau Center can have the best experience possible. But what are they like when they're off the clock? Get to know Gianna Hall!

New Year, New Skills: Building Communication Goals for Children with ASD

Communication challenges affect individuals with autism in different ways, but setting thoughtful, achievable goals can make a significant difference in their progress throughout the year.