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Adult Care
2012-11-19 11:43:27
What ways can I include an adult with disabilities into the holidays?
Q- How can I be sure to make the holidays special for an adult with disabilities?
A- Happy Holidays to you and yours! What an amazing question. There are so many ways to make the holidays special for an adult with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. Many if not all of the delightful planning, shopping, preparing, cooking, and decorating would be a wonderful experience for them. If you live with an adult with disabilities start by asking them their thoughts on decorating ideas, or food choices. Let them express their likes and dislikes. Imagine their excitement as you go with a theme or idea they have given you. Bring them along as the crazy holiday shopping begins. Share the parties and other fun events with him/her. If you do not live with an adult with disabilities and would like to share a holiday with them, visit your local agency and inquire to volunteer to adopt a person, a home, or even bring a dish of goodies for them to enjoy. Send an invitation to your community agency for them to attend a church gathering or other celebration. We all know the holidays are an exciting and giving time for all. Adults with disabilities are no different. They are excited and thrilled at decorating, shopping, special holiday meals, and company. We all know the little things in life make a difference and even your company and one-on-one attention will make a huge difference to an adult with disabilities in our community. If you are excited, they will be excited too!
