Different Dream Living Blog
Finding Joy in the Garden of Disability and Special Needs
Guest blogger Heather Johnson explains how she is always finding joy in the garden of disability and special needs.
When Caregiving Sparks Stress Instead of Joy, What Can You Do?
When caregiving sparks stress instead of joy, what can you do? Jolene explains practical ways to find the blessings in hard situations.
Making Difficult Care Decisions: 6 Strategies to Clarify Choices
Guest blogger Kristin Faith Evans details her strategies for making difficult care decisions for her two medically complex children.
God Uses Whatever It Takes to Grow Our Reliance on Him
Jolene explains how in our circumstances, no matter how dire, God uses whatever it takes to grow our reliance on Him.
Parenting a Child with Disabilities Isn’t the Grief Olympics
Guest blogger Laura Spiegel explains why parenting a child with disabilities isn’t the grief Olympics. You don’t have to win at grieving.
Parenting in Light of Neurodiversity
Guest blogger Lisa Pelissier explains some communications tips she’s learned while parenting and homeschooling her autistic son.
Caring for a Family Member in the Hospital
Caring for a family member in the hospital is never easy. Jolene explains what she has learned over the years.
How Happy Haircuts Happen
Guest blogger Mark Arnold explains how happy haircuts happen for his son who has sensory processing disorder (SPD).
Transitioning Kids with Disabilities to Adulthood
Guest blogger Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick gives practical tips for transitioning kids with disabilities to adulthood.
The Importance of Self-Care for Caregivers, Part 2
No one can deny the importance of self-care for caregivers. Heather Johnson offers specific tips on how to be good to yourself.
Author Jolene Philo
