Advocacy |
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Age Range: All Ages
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We would like to acknowledge The United Way of Mower County for their generous support of this program.
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When you or a family member has an intellectual/developmental disability, finding the right supports and navigating the various service systems can be overwhelming! We understand. Rest assured, LIFE Mower County is here to help! We provide supports throughout the lifespan for people of all ages and all ability levels.
When you contact our office, our first priority will be learning more about your needs. Then, we can discuss what services/supports might be the best options for you and your family. If for any reason, LIFE cannot meet your needs, we will point you in the right direction and refer you to another agency that can. Public PolicyHere you'll find the information you’ll need to advocate on all issues that are critical to the intellectual and developmental disability community:
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People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families contact LFE for information and personal support. Advocates at LIFE have the experience and knowledge to help you.
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Caregiver and Family Support
For parents, supporting a child with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD) can be challenging. Talking to someone who has traveled a similar road can be really helpful. We can help you in the following ways:
Family Fun Nights
Networking & Support Group
Are you a parent or family member of an adult with a developmental disability and looking for connections to other caregivers in the community? This group will offer peer support for caregivers and will explore topics related to future planning and long-term care options. Coffee and pastries will be provided.
Parent's Night Out
Parents, plan your getaway, your kids will be making friends! We offer a fun, safe environment for your child to explore, learn, and play with others. Siblings are welcome!
This program is designed to assist with social skills, use of community resources, leisure education, an increase in recreation skills, and social/peer interactions.
Fun With Siblings - Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
What does a Fun With Siblings Workshop consist of?
What are the Goals of the Fun With Siblings Workshops Model?
Networking & Support Group
Are you a parent or family member of an adult with a developmental disability and looking for connections to other caregivers in the community? This group will offer peer support for caregivers and will explore topics related to future planning and long-term care options. Coffee and pastries will be provided.
Parent's Night Out
Parents, plan your getaway, your kids will be making friends! We offer a fun, safe environment for your child to explore, learn, and play with others. Siblings are welcome!
This program is designed to assist with social skills, use of community resources, leisure education, an increase in recreation skills, and social/peer interactions.
Fun With Siblings - Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
What does a Fun With Siblings Workshop consist of?
- Peer Support
- Group activities for children
- Discussions
- Individual and group games
- Snacks
- Guest speakers
What are the Goals of the Fun With Siblings Workshops Model?
- Goal 1: Fun With Siblings Workshops will provide brothers and sisters of children with special needs an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting
- Goal 2: Fun With Siblings Workshops will provide brothers and sisters with opportunities to discuss common joys and concerns with other siblings of children with special needs.
- Goal 3: Fun With Siblings Workshops will provide brothers and sisters with an opportunity to learn how others handle situations commonly experienced by siblings of children with special needs.
- Goal 4: Fun With Siblings Workshops will provide siblings with an opportunity to learn more about the implications of their brothers and sisters special needs.
- Goal 5: Fun With Siblings Workshops will provide parents and other professionals with opportunities to learn more about the concerns and opportunities frequently experienced by brothers and sisters of people with special needs.
