Author: Ashlie Baker

Start the New Year with Resources to Support Decision Making The UPC offers these valuable tools to help families navigate important decisions: 1. The Choices Booklet: Purpose: Helps caregivers understand […]

Talking About Sexuality and Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities It’s important to acknowledge that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) have their own thoughts and feelings about […]

Turning Caregiver Skills into a Profession Navigating the journey of caring for a loved one with a disability can provide many opportunities to grow in areas that can benefit others. […]

Goal Setting for Children with Disabilities Supporting your child with a disability in setting goals for the New Year is a meaningful way to foster their growth, build their confidence, […]

IEP Prep Guide: Preschool to Kindergarten When students with disabilities move from Early Childhood Special Education services into kindergarten, it’s an exciting and significant transition. Planning with your child’s Individualized […]

Sibling Supports this Holiday Season Many families are gearing up for celebrations, traditions, and cherished time together as the holiday season approaches. However, for families with complex dynamics—particularly those involving […]

Autism Research Project “SPARK” What is SPARK? The SPARK for Autism Study is an ongoing and free research project in which families can participate. It is one of the largest […]

Animated Stories Supporting Teen Mental Health My Life is Worth Living shares five powerful stories across 20 animated episodes, following relatable teens as they face familiar challenges and learn strategies […]

School Attendance Problems Understanding School Attendance Problems (SAPs) According to the U.S. Department of Education (2022), approximately 27% of all Utah students are chronically absent from school and students with […]

The Medical Home Portal: A Guide on Navigating Complex Medical Systems The Medical Home Portal, a comprehensive online resource, has become an invaluable tool for families, healthcare providers, and state […]

Dinner Table Syndrome: A Hidden Struggle for Inclusion Among Deaf/Hard of Hearing Individuals The holidays are coming up and that means more family gatherings around the table. These situations can […]

Cultivating Gratitude While Caring for a Child with a Disability Gratitude is a powerful tool, especially when life feels heavy. For parents of children with disabilities, practicing gratitude doesn’t mean […]