Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is an organization rich in history. Their motto, Be Prepared, sums up the organization’s desire to create a good foundation in kids. Scouting develops skills, confidence, leadership and the good judgement that will guide young men and women throughout their adult lives. While the Scouts have made news in recent years for being inclusive to girls and boys, did you know that the Scouts are also inclusive to kids of all abilities? Read More ›
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Food Assistance for Those with Disabilities
More than ever before adults with developmental disabilities are living and participating in their communities with support from Summit DD. Supports can provide important services like transportation, home-care, or day programs, to name a few. Individuals who live in congregate settings, or in other words individuals with disabilities who share a residence as roommates in their community, have many of the same expenses as other citizens. However, many don’t earn as much as their typically developing peers. Sometimes income doesn’t cover all of the monthly costs for an individual with a disability and there is a need to help subsidize cost of living expenses, like groceries, through local funding.
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- Date: Apr 18, 2014
- Author: Tricia Perduk
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