Help for Family Caregivers of Teenagers & Adults with Down Syndrome
Help for Family Caregivers of Teenagers & Adults with Down Syndrome
Help for Family Caregivers of Teenagers & Adults with Down Syndrome
Planning for guardianship and legal decisions for individuals with Down Syndrome requires careful thought and teamwork. Every family and every person is unique, so there is no one-size-fits-all solution. This guide breaks down the process into clear, simple steps to help you create a plan that grows and adapts with your loved one’s needs. Step …
According to Investopedia, a will, aka last will and testament, is a legal document that communicates a person’s final wishes pertaining to assets and dependents. Therefore, a legal will is an important document for Family Caregivers to possess to ensure that our wishes relating to our loved ones, who have Down Syndrome, are carried out. …
Calling all parents of teenagers and adults who have Down Syndrome…I need you to pause and seriously consider the following words: What happens to my child if I die? Mom…or Dad…have you stopped to really think about this? I know that death is never a welcomed topic. I know that confronting our own mortality and …
Imagine you are at work and you get a call. You are told that your mom, who is the primary caregiver for your brother, has been in a vehicular accident…and your brother was in the car with her. Your mind immediately starts to race with questions. How bad was the accident? Are they both OK? …