12 reactions | A world of opportunities. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a chance to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life. Find books at dpl.pub/disability-picturebooks | Deschutes Public Library | Facebook

She Married a Man with a Disability — But What Waited for Her at the Wedding Was a Huge Surprise 😱 When Rachel announced she was marrying a man with a disability, everyone went silent. Her family was shocked, her friends completely confused — and her extended relatives practically held an emergency family meeting, as if it were a national crisis. Everyone felt it was their duty to stop her. “You’re throwing your life away.” “You deserve someone better.” “What will people say?” — That’s all she

A parent shares the difficult reality of caring for a child with developmental disabilities. For nine and a half years, they've struggled to provide care, facing physical altercations and the constant worry of the child being institutionalized. They're now seeking help to ensure their child receives the necessary care. #disability #parenting #caregiving #struggle #family | Real Stories