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Supporting People with IDD and Dementia
“Direct support professionals have an invaluable role throughout the process of identifying the risk, recognizing the symptoms, helping medical professionals understand the person you know so well, and supporting them in a way that adapts to the situation,” DSP Lisa Burke writes in Frontline Initiative.
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John Sauer: Advancing Inclusion Through Systems Change
John Sauer, who died on December 23, 2025, lived a life of quiet conviction, deep relationships, and an unwavering commitment to inclusion. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, John also left an enduring mark on the field of disability services and on ICI, which he often described as his dream job.
“John believed deeply that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities belong in their communities.
Homeownership for People with Disabilities
“In 1993, the National Home of Your Own Alliance began promoting homeownership for people with disabilities in 23 states,” Joe Wykowski writes in Impact. “Today, we steadfastly hold on to the ideal of individualized housing and homeownership.”
Read the Impact issue about the 40 Big Ideas that have shaped inclusive communities.
