“According to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, “The rich diversity of our society inclusive of all its members – including persons with disabilities – can help strengthen fundamental human rights and contribute to development for all.” [1] “The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed into law 33 years ago this […]

“Natural supports are informal relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and community members that serve as a source of connection and support, and as a safety net.” [1] “Identifying natural supports and recognizing them as sources of assistance can help people improve their everyday lives at home and at work.” [2] “The term “natural supports” is […]

“Businesses all over the world are making great strides for diversity and inclusion. Many organizations are realizing the need to improve their practices, and focus on creating a culture that’s inclusive of everyone. Disability affects all of us. Most of us will have a disability in our lifetime, or care for someone with a disability. […]

“Stress is how we react when we feel under pressure or threatened. It usually happens when we are in a situation that we don’t feel we can manage or control. When we experience stress, it can be as: An individual, for example when you have lots of responsibilities that you are struggling to manage Part […]

Horizon Project provides supports and opportunities for personal growth, integration, and independence to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities but we also provide professional development for the people who support them. Each team member have a special value to us and get to live a unique experience at HPI. Today we will have a joy to know […]

“A Degenerative Disorder is one in which the brain and nerve cells gradually deteriorate, causing declines in mental and/or physical functioning. Patients may experience major memory loss and changes in personality or behavior, or they may suffer from problems with movement, balance, speech, and muscle weakness.” [1] Risk factors “What are the general risk factors […]

“Metabolic developmental disabilities are hundreds of different conditions that develop because of an impediment in the way that the metabolism works, often as a result of genetic defects inherited from both parents. The metabolism is all the chemical reactions that your body uses to live. It creates energy, gets rid of chemicals that you no […]

“Sensory development issues are characterized by the ways that an individual processes sensory information. Generally, those with sensory developmental concerns are assumed to have difficulty handling loud noises or bright lights. However, there are many ways that sensory developmental disorders can present.” [1] “Different types of sensory disabilities affect one or more senses; sight, hearing, […]

“Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) are disorders that are usually present at birth and that negatively affect the trajectory of the individual’s physical, intellectual, and/or emotional development. Many of these conditions affect multiple body parts or systems. Intellectual disability starts any time before a child turns 18 and is characterized by problems with both intellectual […]

“Disability Pride Month is an annual event celebrated in recognition of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990. That same year, Boston held the first Disability Pride Day. The first official celebration of Disability Pride Month occurred in July 2015, which also marked the 25th anniversary of the ADA. […]