Practicing good hygiene, including brushing his teeth regularly, has been a major challenge for Dave. He would rather do anything else. He did not keep his teeth clean in the early years of living on his own, and, as a consequence, had up to three cavities each time we visited the dentist. But we have…
Category: Overcoming Challenges
Dental Care – Finding a Dentist
Dental health was one of the make or break challenges we needed to overcome for Dave to maintain his independence. He wasn’t interested in brushing his teeth. As a result, six month dental check-ups typically revealed up to three cavities, which could be quite costly. As mentioned in my post about health benefits, Medicaid pays…
Giving Up Control and Making Compromises
My son has a specific way that he wants to arrange his life, which is often at odds with my wishes. He and I have made compromises, and I have adjusted my thinking to make things work for both of us.
Getting Enough Sleep
Getting enough sleep is a challenge for individuals with disabilities who are living independently.