by Mary E. Ulrich | Feb 1, 2014
The Values of Inclusion: Valuable across the World Jack Pearpoint is a true visionary. He shares his vision with others. I recommend subscribing to his Inclusion Network YouTube Videos (link below the video). At the Down-Under Inclusion Institute, Jack showcases...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Jan 23, 2014
How about you? Is ADA a Part of your Life? My parents, teachers and culture taught me to blend in, not cause trouble and certainly never ever draw attention to myself. That all changed when my son Aaron was born with autism and developmental disabilities. Aaron...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Sep 7, 2013
I am going to update some of the better articles I’ve written for my classes, parent newsletters and magazines. Hope you enjoy them. Since Aaron was young, the language has evolved. When this story took place they used the words, “mental...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Jun 1, 2013
In the last post, Memorial Day Parades and Attitudes toward People with Disabilities I talked about how Aaron, my son who has autism, worked at a cemetery after he graduated from high school. To the best of my recollection, this is how it worked: The Landscaping...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Mar 28, 2013
Roommate Needed in Mason, Ohio Aaron is a great guy who likes other people. He is looking for a roommate. Aaron is 38 years old. He attended Lakota Schools and is currently in the Goodwill/Easter Seals Day Program in Lebanon. Aaron likes to go for walks, ride the...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Aug 27, 2012
“Representative Payee”| SSI, SSDI When Aaron, our son with autism and a developmental disability, moved into a house with another man, we became his legal guardian. It was the only way to protect Aaron legally. It was the right thing to do. One of the...