Articles and Tips
Looking for ideas, support, and best practices to help your child or loved one with a disability meet their goals? You’ve come to the right place. Our library of resources covers everything from daily life skills to emotional support.
All the tips shared here are based on Empower Freedom and Focus on Freedom founder Marla Kopecky Penney’s 20 years of experience in special education and in-home support services.
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Align goals and reduce gaps between school, county, and private services with these 5 practical collaboration tips.
Support better meetings by protecting space for input, using plain language, and following up with thoughtful action.
If you feel unsure in meetings, these 5 questions help build clarity and confidence across systems and support teams.
Build stronger IEP and 504 meetings by reflecting on your role, setting a positive tone, and creating space for honest input.
Clarify roles and reduce stress when navigating school, county, and medical systems with these 5 team-based strategies.
Learn calm, respectful behavior strategies with visuals and caregiver modeling for individuals with diverse abilities.
Strengthen emotional boundaries using visual tools that support regulation for you and your loved one with diverse abilities.
