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01/03/2023

Social Work burnout can lead to a hindered ability to accomplish work. The resource below includes suggestions and strategies from experts to help you prevent and manage both the physical and mental exhaustion that can often be associated with your career. 🧩

01/01/2023

Happy New Year 🎈We sincerely hope that this upcoming year you find happiness, health and fulfillment

12/31/2022

We are better together. 🧩 Happy New Year’s Eve from !

12/30/2022

Going on any night can be challenging with a , but especially on New Year’s Eve. Not only are many pubs, clubs and venues inaccessible, but cabs and transport can be too – not to mention being twice for the holiday.

Added to that, if you are feeling tired, are in pain and/or unable to stand for long, it can make for a frustrating evening without so much “fun.”

The article below offers five unique virtual activities that you can do by yourself or with friends and family online to ring in the New Year safely and still partake in the festivities. 🧩

https://disabilityhorizons.com/2022/12/5-accessible-virtual-ways-to-celebrate-new-years-eve/

12/29/2022

Let us strive to spread a little more kindness in the coming year. 🧩

12/29/2022

A Special Needs Trust (SNT) allows for a disabled person to maintain his or her eligibility for public assistance benefits, despite having assets that would otherwise make the person ineligible for those benefits. The following infographic highlights the different types of trusts available. 🧩

12/27/2022

In order to care for a child, parents must be strong in body and mind, and this is especially true for parents of special needs kids or even adults still living at home who need a bit more attention. However, is essential for Parents too. Here is a self-care plan you can start with! 🧩

https://disabilityinsider.com/story/how-parents-of-a-special-needs-child-can-practice-self-care/

12/27/2022

Are you enrolled in Medi-Cal? Has your contact information changed in the past two years? Give your local county office your updated contact information so you can stay enrolled. You can find your local county office alphabetically via the link below. 🧩

Department of Health Care Services

12/25/2022

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas from ! 🎄🎄🎄

12/24/2022

Remind someone that they are loved this Christmas Eve. 🧩

12/23/2022

The holiday season is here and with that comes fancy dinners, work parties, potlucks and family gatherings. While breaking bread with your favorite people can be one of life's simple joys, anxiety over what to make when feeding those with special dietary needs can make things feel complicated. Here are nine tips and tricks for hosting a holiday dinner that everyone can enjoy! 🧩

https://www.eatright.org/food/cultural-cuisines-and-traditions/holidays-and-celebrations/9-ways-to-deal-with-dietary-restrictions-at-holiday-meals

12/22/2022

When we think of the holidays, we typically imagine joy-filled celebrations and festivities, but this time of year can also be very difficult for many of our friends and loved ones. If you or someone you know are struggling this holiday season, please reach out and ask for help. You matter. 🧩