by Mary E. Ulrich | Dec 20, 2024
For anyone who buys gifts for a person with autism or a disability, here is a fun twist on the classic poem which shares some of the reasons it is so difficult to find the perfect gift. Cindy Waeltermann, is the founder of AutismLink and gives us permission to reprint...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Dec 10, 2024
Helen Otten, my mom, died April 3 at the age of almost 93. I’m posting this in her memory. I’m also reminded of the importance of family. The twelfth day of Christmas is Jan. 6th–Little Christmas, The Feast of the Magi. Actually, it’s all the...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Nov 21, 2024
Hi Everyone, On Thanksgiving, I wanted to thank each of you for being part of our Climbing Every Mountain community. It’s been an exciting experience to meet new friends and connect with people who care about people with disabilities. Now, there are over one...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Nov 3, 2024
This article is dedicated to Dr. Lou Brown, from the University of Wisconsin–Madison who died in 2021. He taught us about “ecological inventories,” “Life space inventories,” “developmental twins,” “Pre- means...
by Mary E. Ulrich | Nov 1, 2024
Here is one of our most popular posts. Relax and make an individualized ENJOYMENT program for your best holiday ever. Mary Mom’s I.E.P. for the Holidays: Individualized Enjoyment Program Want to enjoy the holidays? Of Course. Easy as I.E.P. Don’t laugh....
by Mary E. Ulrich | Oct 15, 2024
Are they adorable, or what? Aaron and Tommy always loved Halloween. Me too. The holiday is such a great way to build an inclusive community. There were some segregated, handicap-only Halloween parties for just kids with autism and developmental disabilities, but I...
