When Deciding Between Supported Decision Making & Guardianship
Young Adult with a Disability Turning 18: How to Support Them Best As caregivers, we play a crucial role in guiding our youth through their transition into adulthood. In some […]
Category: Parent Press
Welcome to the UPC Parent Press! Each month you will find carefully crafted information and resources on a variety of disability topics guaranteed to help you and your family navigate community resources, advocacy and much more. See what we are working on this month!
Sexual Health Education Supports for Caregivers
Biological Age Sexual Health Ed for Individuals with Disabilities Sexual health education is a lifelong journey that begins early, setting the foundation for respectful social relationships, responsible choices, and positive […]
Honoring Women with Disabilities: Strength, Advocacy, and Progress
Honoring Women with Disabilities in History March is National Women’s History Month, a time to honor and recognize the achievements and contributions of women with disabilities throughout history. It is […]
Advocating for Your Student Through Written Communication
Tips for School Email Communication There may be times when your child experiences challenges at school. While informal conversations with teachers—whether in person, via phone, or through notes—can be effective, […]
IEPs for Teens: Guiding Students Age 14+
IEPs for Teens: Guiding Students Age 14+ As students with disabilities prepare for life beyond high school, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) plays a critical role in supporting their transition […]
Navigating Disabilities and Dating
Dating and Your Loved One with a Disability Everyone deserves the chance to build meaningful relationships, including friendships and love. For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), dating can […]
Importance of Recognizing and Addressing Low Self-Esteem in Students with Disabilities
Low Self-Esteem and Impact on Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities may face many struggles including feeling confident in educational settings and social situations. By recognizing and helping students with […]
Life at Home: What Siblings of Those with Disabilities Face
What Siblings of Those with Disabilities Face at Home It’s not uncommon for siblings of individuals with disabilities to feel like they’re alone in their experiences. If your neurotypical or […]
Students with Disabilities and Speaking Up
My Future, My Voice, My Choice In our world, speaking up for what you need and believe can make a big difference. For students with disabilities, self-advocacy is not only […]
New Year Resources for Families
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
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
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. […]