This post is part of our A to Z Blogging Challenge 2021 with the theme Down syndrome in the media.
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We’ve talked about sub-minimum wages and the debate surrounding so called “sheltered workshops” several times. We settled on a position that acknowledges the needs of adults with Down syndrome and their caregivers: The good news is that there is a new online…
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Employment is a difficult subject in the Ds community. It is a reason for advocacy but it is also a source for heated, emotional debate within the community.
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Poppin’ Joe has a lot to celebrate so we’re joining him!
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Today we’ll look at the numbers on disability and employment from two different entities that focus on this issue.
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One of our favorite, and most popular resources is our List.ly list of businesses owned by adults who have Down syndrome. People are willing and excited to support our young entrepreneurs!
read more~~~ WORK, in this house, is a REQUIREMENT ~~~The purpose of this post is not to debate sheltered workshops, but to give those who are interested, insight into the vocational process we have experienced with Josh. His “resume” of sorts. These are OUR…
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