August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy habits and routine.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted in 1990, stands as a landmark legislation that has profoundly transformed the lives of individuals living with disabilities including many of Flatrock’s residents.

Did you know that Fragile X syndrome, the most common inherited intellectual and developmental disability, is the most common single-gene cause of autism? 

On June 20th, we come together to honor and celebrate National Bald Eagle Day, a special occasion dedicated to the magnificent bird that embodies the spirit of freedom, honesty, wisdom, and power. As the proud symbol of the United States of America, the bald eagle holds a special place in our hearts and represents the values that our nation upholds.

As the temperature rises and the days get longer, summer provides the perfect opportunity to get outside and embrace an active lifestyle. Engaging in physical activity outdoors not only allows us to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air but also offers numerous health benefits.

Almost everyone has displayed bad behavior at one time or another.

Behavioral disorders, however, are more serious. According to psychiatry.org. they are a group of disorders that are linked to difficulties controlling aggressive behaviors, self-control and/or impulses.

One of the trademarks of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is communication challenges. In fact, according to the National Institutes of Health, about 25-30 percent of those with ASD never develop functional language or are minimally verbal.

Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress, and in some situations, it can be beneficial as it alerts and prepares us for dangers. Anxiety disorders, however, involve excessive fear or anxiety. They are the most common mental disorders.

“If you’ve met one person with autism, you’ve met one person with autism.” — Dr. Stephen Shore, professor, Adelphi University

“Occupational therapy practitioners ask, ‘What matters to you?’ not, ‘What’s the matter with you?’” — Virginia Stoffel, former president of the American Occupational Therapy Association.