I have a family member with a disability:
I am the mother of the most beautiful girl in the world. My daughter Katie is so amazing. She struggles every day with her emotions and communication. Katie is 25 years old and lives with me. I am retired and I take Katie with me wherever she goes. I am getting older and worry about what will happen to Katie when I can no longer take care of her myself.
Katie is very smart and enjoys shopping and spending money. I would like her to be more independent and not rely on me for everything. I worry that she will never function without me, because she has never been given the opportunity.
I would love for Katie to experience getting on a bus and going to work, just like other people do every day. But how can she do that? What if she gets off at the wrong bus stop? What if someone teases her at work? What if she can’t do it?
I wish someone could help me get Katie what I know she would love – a job!
I need Help!