Access by Paul Mansell For independent living and integration into their communities, people with developmental disables rely on access. When we think of access, we typically think of curb cuts, ramps, and doorways–an issue for those with mobility limitations. I can Read more…
I was riding in Lyft and the driver was listening to some DJs saying outrageous things over the air. That was sad. In a time of such discord, we need people to make the special effort to seek the higher Read more…
I live for fresh new ideas that is I see the need to step outside of myself and my thoughts and expose myself to other people’s thoughts and ideas. This is part of the beauty of living in community. We Read more…
There is a sickness in this country. I don’t know the name of it and it is not treatable by doctors or health care professionals. The illness is I am right and if you disagree with me you are wrong Read more…
Integration by Paul Mansell Community is crucial to healthy mental wellbeing. For the tree of community to bear full fruit it needs full and complete integration of all its members. Integration is the full and complete welcoming of an individual, Read more…
Community is crucial to healthy mental well being. For the tree of community to bear full fruit it needs full and complete integration of all its members. Integration is the full and complete welcoming of an individual, the granting of Read more…
I must admit there are times when I get angry at those who disagree with me. I do my best to listen to others and try to respect where they are coming from. I have no monopoly on the truth. Read more…
Last night at RCIA we watched Bishop Robert Barons documentary on the life and ministry of St. Francis of Assisi. It was truly inspirational to see how a man with such simple and humble faith could change the Church and Read more…
Community by Paul Mansell Founded in 1966, the Regional Center system is based on delivering services in the community where people with developmental disabilities live. SDRC’s vision statement says people with developmental disabilities will live productive and meaningful lives as Read more…
As powerful and enriching as communities are, they need to be ever vigilant that the purpose of the group positive and up lifting. Sadly some groups exists to put others down. These groups violate the basic tenant of groups to Read more…
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