Developmental Disabilities
Beyond the Label: What Developmental Disabilities Really Mean
When families first hear a diagnosis, one of the most common questions is: What are developmental disabilities, and what...
Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) and I/DD: Building Life Skills at Home
When you think of independence for someone with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD), what comes to mind? For...
Intellectual vs Developmental Disabilities: The Crucial Care Differences
When you’re navigating care decisions for a loved one with unique support needs, understanding the language—and the lived...
What Is IDD? Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Living fully means being seen fully. At Amivie, we honor the strengths, preferences, and dignity of individuals with...
How Amivie Matches Caregivers to Individuals with I/DD
Finding the right caregiver is about more than just filling a schedule—it’s about creating a meaningful connection. At...
Experiences Over Things: Perfect Gifts for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Gift-giving is about more than wrapping a present; it’s about bringing joy and creating meaningful moments. For adults with...
Feds Weighing Changes to Subminimum Wage Program
Federal officials are rethinking the government program that allows people with disabilities to be paid less than minimum...
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
According to the United Nations, the world population is over eight billion people, and more than one billion people, or...
Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Employment
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can make incredible employees for companies both big and small. This...
3 Common Challenges After a TBI and How to Address Them
A TBI (traumatic brain injury) can temporarily or permanently impact many different areas of functioning. Depending on the...