The Joy that it Brings
After Yoel was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2, the Zuniga family found themselves wondering what to do next. Caring for Yoel combined with work and family life ...
3
Jun
1
Jun
From the Heart
People don’t often put the words ‘joy’ and ‘disability’ together – most think suffering and joy are an impossible combination. Living as a quadriplegic for 50 years, I can identify. ...
30
May
Father’s Day Gift Ideas!
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got some great gift ideas to help you show your dad how much he means to you on this special day! ...
16
May
Things to Do While on Bed Rest
“Bed rest” is a general term used when your health care practitioner wants you to limit your activities. For some, it means just getting off your feet every couple of ...
12
May
A Mother’s Growing Faith
Being a special needs mom presents unique hardships and challenges. Children affected by disability often require constant assistance, which can quickly bring feelings of exhaustion, helplessness, and discouragement. Watch as ...
11
May
If Our Children Could Speak
Being a mother is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.* As the mother of a child with severe disabilities, I’ve watched my heart ...
25
Apr
National Volunteer Week – Jody
It’s National Volunteer Week and to celebrate, we’re featuring a few of our faithful volunteers! Meet Jody, a passionate volunteer who became a part of the Joni and Friends family ...
13
Apr
6 Reasons You Should Hire Someone Affected by Disability
People affected by disability represent a talented, untapped labor market. The Bureau of Labor Statistics1 states that although 7 out of 10 working-age people have a job, only 2 out ...
5
Apr
Sleep and Chronic Pain
If you live with chronic pain, you know that getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge. The problem is, a lack of sleep often makes pain worse, increases ...
20
Mar
The First Day of Spring
It’s the first day of Spring! If you spend any time with Joni, you know how much she enjoys seeing the stars in the night sky. And with Spring arriving ...
