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V@TheMighty
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Conversations about wellbeing and happiness often exclude those with autism.

That needs to change — and that’s why we’re inviting you to join the Proof Positive Autism Wellbeing Alliance.

Becoming a member of the Alliance is always free, and you’ll have access to science-backed tools, expert insights and a connected community dedicated to the belief that everyone deserves happiness.

By joining our Autism Wellbeing Alliance, you’ll receive:

• Free access to practical wellbeing skills you can use immediately

• Members-only monthly Meetups - a virtual space to learn, share and grow with

• Alerts with curated research, insights and upcoming events

Join 6,000+ Alliance members bringing wellbeing to life across schools, clinics, homes and communities.

You can find more info and join us here: proofpositive.org/AllianceCommunity

#Disability #Parenting #Autism #Caregiving

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V@TheMighty
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Caregiving 1d
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Every athlete deserves a place where they feel seen, supported, and celebrated. 💙

Special Olympics Northern California is welcoming new athletes, families, and volunteers across the Peninsula and surrounding communities — including Redwood City, San Mateo, Burlingame, Belmont, Foster City, Pacifica, Daly City, and more.

Through inclusive sports programs, athletes build confidence, friendships, independence, and joy in a positive, encouraging environment designed for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 🌟

Whether your loved one is brand new to sports or already enjoys being active, there’s a community here ready to cheer them on.

#Disability #Caregiving #Parenting #LearningDisabilities #IntellectualDisability #AutismSpectrumDisorder #DownSyndromeParents, caregivers, siblings, and friends are also invited to get involved as volunteers!

🏅 Become an athlete: bit.ly/4urmOL8

🙌 Become a volunteer: bit.ly/49eOL07

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sparklywartanks
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FREE Mental Health Support & Community 3d
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Family and Friends Support Group! 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6 to 7:30pm ET Virtually and 1st Tuesday of every month from 2-3:30pm ET In Person

Family and Friends is a support group for partners, spouses, siblings, adult children, parents, cousins, aunts, uncles, guardians, caregivers, close friends and other family members of individuals with a mental illness or any mental health challenge.

This group provides opportunities to share valuable coping strategies and practical information that helps you support your loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6 to 7:30pm Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available:
naminycmetro.org/programs/family-friends

🗺️ If you are in the New York City area, in person groups are every first Tuesday, 2-3:30pm ET at the NAMI-NYC office. Check the link above for more information. ⬆️

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

#Parenting #GeneralParenting #Caregiving #BipolarDepression #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Schizophrenia #ADHD #ChronicIllness #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #MentalHealth #Selfcare #EatingDisorders #CheckInWithMe #CheerMeOn

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fathousewife
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Spent #Caregiver #wife #chronic

I’m all used up. I feel like chronic exhaustion is very bad for my emotional health but I can’t afford to stop. I’m bitchy and resentful reading about ppl going on vacation and I’m working myself to an inch of my life. No one appreciates me. My husband yells if I spend to much at Walmart- wait till he finds out what real women are like

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John
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections 3w
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We are 3 million strong. We are diverse and worldwide. Every year, we have broader supports, better treatments, closer to a vaccine, closer to a cure.

Today is World MS Day. If you are living with #MultipleSclerosis or are an MS #caregiver, family member, friend or ally, it would be great to hear from you here.

#multiplesclerosis #MightyTogether #ChronicIllness #autoimmune #newlydiagnosed #Disability #Caregiving

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections 1mo
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Lady at party: "You need to take this one supplement my mom takes."

#MultipleSclerosis #MightyTogether #Caregiving #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #autoimmune #Disability

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John
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This morning, reminiscing with a friend about visiting Yellowstone — suddenly it brought to mind a teen openly staring across an outdoor café at me--

in my mobility scooter, just gawking and gawking... That was 30 years ago! But this morning I could see him clear as day, like it was yesterday.

I was a grown man and he was a kid, and I paid him no heed. And I swear I have not thought of him at all over the years. Yet he popped up this morning. Is that freaking crazy?!

I know I've tried consoling or empowering friends who have been hurt by others' ableism, by urging that we not to let the ugly folks, the know-nothings, have power over us.

But *that's* what ableism does.

#ableism #MultipleSclerosis #MightyTogether #Caregiving #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #autoimmune #Disability

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections 1mo
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My friend Pam met a mother and 3yo daughter at the MS Walk. The girl ended up holding her hand most of the way.

The Walks and other events are empowering and a great way to find community, resources & support. I've met some of my best friends at MS Society events.

Find yours: www.nationalmssociety.org/how-you-can-help/get-involved/fund...

#MultipleSclerosis #MightyTogether #Caregiving #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #autoimmune #Disability

Empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society exists because there are people with MS. Our vision is a world free of MS.
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John
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Multiple Sclerosis Connections 1mo
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Meet "Uncle Mike"! Er, not the guy -- the guy is me. Uncle Mike is my drinkholder. I have #MS-impaired hands.

My flesh-and-blood Uncle Mike made two of these for me. Guess he got tired of holding my drink! :)

Cheers!

#MultipleSclerosis #MightyTogether #Caregiving #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #autoimmune #Disability

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Multiple Sclerosis Connections 1mo
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Thursday's Ask an MS Expert is one we can really sink our teeth into: MS and Oral Health. 5/14/26, 12 – 12:30 PM ET, find link below.

Living with #MultipleSclerosis can make it difficult to keep up with oral care. With a few simple daily habits, you can protect your smile and support your overall health. In this program, get helpful ideas and strategies to make oral care easier and more comfortable when living with MS, from Ann Eshenaur Spolarich PhD, RDH, professor and assistant dean for research at A.T. Still University-Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health.

tinyurl.com/ytx239zs

#MightyTogether #Caregiving #ChronicIllness #newlydiagnosed #autoimmune #Disability

Empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society exists because there are people with MS. Our vision is a world free of MS.
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