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Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent
Self-Advocacy, Neurodiversity, Representation

Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent: Understanding the Spectrum of Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity is an important aspect of the human experience. We are all unique, and that means our brains work and...
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Author with downs syndrome
Neurodiversity, Representation

5 Talented Authors with Down Syndrome: ​Books to Add to Your Reading List

Stories shape how we see the world, and a growing number of authors with Down syndrome are using their voices to share...
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A young woman with Down Syndrome posing while holding strawberries in front of a clear blue sky.
Neurodiversity, Representation

Down Syndrome vs. Autism: Understanding the Overlap

If you found yourself here, you might be asking, “Are Down syndrome and autism the same?” or “What’s the difference...
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A woman and her case manager sit together at a table and review program plans over a laptop
Self-Determination Program (SDP), Self-Advocacy, Representation

Case Manager May Webinar: 4 Common Myths About SDP

There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP). Independent facilitators (IFs)...
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An adult woman with autism smiling and holding flowers in a flower shop
Self-Advocacy, Neurodiversity, Representation

Understanding Autism in Adult Women: Unique Challenges & Considerations

Navigating the intersection of disability and diversity means understanding how different conditions and disorders...
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A neurodivergent person wearing glasses and headphones raises both hands while dancing in a well-lit living room.
Self-Advocacy, Neurodiversity, Representation

A Beginner's Guide to Neuro-Affirming Language

Whether we realize it or not, the words we use matter. The use of neuro-affirming language can turn feelings of...
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A hard of hearing adult with a hearing aid smiling at a cell phone
Self-Determination Program (SDP), Independent Living, Representation

4 Things SDP Can Pay For: Ideas for the Deaf Plus Community

When it comes to navigating the world with a disability, services and supports are never one-size-fits-all. Hard of...
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Autism awareness month 2025
Self-Advocacy, Neurodiversity, Representation

How to Celebrate National Autism Awareness Month 2025

We all want to lead fulfilling, independent, self-determined lives. Some autistic adults need unique, specialized...
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Andrea Bonner, a NeuroNav independent facilitator.
Person-Centered Planning, Self-Determination Program (SDP), Representation

Tips from an Expert Independent Facilitator: Andrea Bonner

Andrea Bonner is a service navigator and independent facilitator with NeuroNav. What led her to this line of work was...
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A man with glasses reading a book with a red cover
Wellness, Self-Advocacy, Neurodiversity, Representation

5 Books About Autism to Add to Your Shelf

Are you looking for some good books about autism? You’ve come to the right place! We know there’s no shortage of great...
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