October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate and honor the value and talent workers with disabilities bring to America’s workplaces. At Mosaic, we get to witness how employment opportunities transform lives every day. We understand that applying and interviewing for a job can be both exciting and nerve-racking for everyone. Our employment coordinators at Living Innovations share five tips to help people with IDD turn that nervousness into confidence.
Read MoreEveryone deserves health care that recognizes the person, not the disability. Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other diverse needs may find themselves in situations where medical professionals dismiss, question, or downplay their health concerns, attributing symptoms to their disability. Mosaic’s Health Services Coordinator shares how to keep the lines of communication open and advocate for yourself or a person you support.
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Read MoreSiobhan Gonzales is a shining example of someone who was “Called to Care.” Long before she earned her Direct Support Professional title, she grew up helping care for her autistic brother, an experience that gave her an understanding of what families want: someone they can truly trust.
Today, she brings that perspective to her work supporting two individuals with their daily routines and goals.
Read MoreThe reasons people become a Shared Living Home Provider vary from wanting flexible work to earning income at home. But the reason they stay Home Providers is often the same: meaningful relationships. Learn more about that in our latest blog post.
Today, she brings that perspective to her work supporting two individuals with their daily routines and goals.
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Read MoreNature Trek, through Living Innovations in Maine, helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities overcome fears and push beyond self-imposed limits through outdoor adventures. Read about it in this message from Mosaic.
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Read MoreWhen emotions run high, simple moments can quickly become overwhelming, making what a caregiver does next important. Mosaic Direct Support Professional Brandon Pace says de-escalation starts with remaining calm. He shares that and other tips in this blog.
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Read MoreMosaic at Home is the organization’s most popular 24/7 residential service, and it’s successful at helping people with disabilities live the life they choose. Learn about the matching process, which plays a key role in achieving success.
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Read MoreWhen a child sees someone with a disability, they are naturally curious and may have questions. With students heading back to school this fall, we connected with Author and Speaker Tasha Schuh to discuss how parents can talk to their children about interacting with people with disabilities.
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Read MoreBack-to-school time for parents who have a child with a disability doesn’t need to cause anxiety. Here are a few suggested activities that will help prepare your child, you, and your child’s teacher to start the year set up for success. The post Set up for Success: School Preparations for a Child with a Disability appeared first on Mosaic.
Read MoreWe created Promise Magazine to share the human stories of our organization, and the summer 2026 issue does just that. Read about our history and the incredible ways people have persevered through tough times. You’ll also meet an individual served by Mosaic for 50 years; learn how a mother is navigating her son’s transition of care and find advice from a parent whose child has autism. We also highlight a milestone anniversary for Mosaic President and CEO Linda Timmons.
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Read MoreDaily baths are more than just a routine for Mindy; they are a source of comfort. But when it became difficult to get in and out of the tub, delight turned to fear. Thanks to donor gifts, Mindy is enjoying her daily baths again, and her Home Provider Arlene is honoring the memory of her husband, Jon.
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Read MoreWhen families are seeking services for a loved one with a disability, they typically have a choice to make: hire support staff directly or use a provider like Mosaic. It’s a tough decision that requires careful consideration. Here are four questions families should ask when determining the path that’s right for them.
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Read MoreNearly a year after Congress approved Medicaid funding cuts, questions remain about whether Medicaid should pay for home- and community-based services. In Mosaic’s latest blog, President and CEO Linda Timmons shares why that investment matters: Long-term care is too expensive for most families to afford on their own, and people with disabilities, like anyone else, deserve a say in what their lives look like.
Read MoreFor many Direct Support Professionals, the opportunity to touch someone else’s life is what calls them to the job. But many wonder if they can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference. At Mosaic, they can.
Read MoreYoung people who transition to adult services at 21 and their family members often come to Mosaic with many questions. While helping guide them, a critical question Mosaic asks drives the next steps. Learn what that question is here.
Read MoreWhen the person she supports began to be afraid to take a bath, Mosaic Home Provider Arlene Deaner made a home modification that proved life-changing. Home modifications, both big and small, can make a difference for people with physical limitations. The post Creating Comfort: Home Modifications, Big or Small, Can Make an Impact appeared first on Mosaic.
Read MoreMosaic nurses value the long-term relationships they build with the people they support and find it rewarding. During Nurses Week, three Mosaic nurses share what their workday looks like—flexibility is a must.
Read MoreIt’s Autism Acceptance Month, and Denise McMillen, mother of a son with autism, shares insights she has learned over the years.
Read MoreMosaic continues to empower individuals with disabilities to live full, independent lives across the Grand Canyon Synod. Through direct support, advocacy, and inclusive worship initiatives, Mosaic’s work multiplies good across families, congregations, and communities. Read their 2026 Assembly report.
Read MoreEveryday environments can quickly become overwhelming for people with sensory processing differences. For one Mosaic Home Provider, communication and planning are key to helping the person he supports enjoy church services and community events
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