by datc3 | Jul 29, 2024 | Caregiving, Challenges, Down syndrome, Hope, Living Life Daily, Special Needs Parenting
My daughter takes a seat in the dark beautician’s chair. She looks down as the black cape is secured around her neck. The hairdresser asks, “What do you want done to your hair today?” My daughter smiles in the mirror as she listens to the beautician, but...
by Steph Hubach | Jul 1, 2024 | Caregiving, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
Years ago, when I traveled frequently for my job, I carried a portable Garmin device. Prior to using one’s cell phone for mapping a route, this was the best alternative, as many cars did not come with navigation systems. However, sometimes even the best alternative...
by Key Ministry | May 6, 2024 | Special Needs Parenting
For three decades, I thrived in the advertising world, crafting award-winning commercials and two-page spread campaigns for outdoor brands like Skidoo, Red Wing Shoes, and Berkley Fishing. It was a career that allowed me to tap into my God-given creativity.By 2015, I...
by Lisa Jamieson | Oct 1, 2019 | Church Support, Families, Strategies
My daughter, Carly, has been in an adapted dance class for the past six years. She is a young adult with intellectual-developmental disabilities who absolutely loves music. She uses some signs and gestures when she communicates and prays. When we’re in church, Carly’s...
by Lisa Jamieson | Jun 4, 2019 | Care and Support, Church Support, Families
Allow me to share a story from a friend who posted on social media recently. I hope it encourages you. Because when you minister to even one, you are often ministering to many others too.“Last night at church, my husband and I were sitting with our daughter...
