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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Learn how to create a visual daily schedule that helps individuals with disabilities stay on track and feel more confident in their routine.
Learn how to create effective first-then schedules with objects to build structure, ease transitions, and support independence.
Discover how nonverbal cue cards can reduce stress, clarify expectations, and foster better communication for individuals with disabilities.
Explore the different types of visual supports and learn practical ways to use them to empower and guide individuals with disabilities.
See how visual supports can simplify communication, manage behaviors, and foster independence—practical tools for real-life success!
Learn how visual supports empower individuals with disabilities, enhancing understanding, independence, and confidence in daily life.
Discover how visual supports can reduce stress and boost independence—simple tools that make a big difference for individuals with disabilities!
A Halloween guide with creative ideas for costumes, sensory-friendly tips, and preparation strategies to help caregivers create a fun, inclusive experience.
