Guest blogger Gina Baldwin, M.S., CCC, Speech Language Pathologist from App2Speak https://app2speak.com

Food brings people together, but it can pose significant challenges for some. Whether it's a food allergy or an intolerance, understanding the differences and accommodating these needs is essential for creating inclusive cooking and dining experiences.

The holiday season is here, and there’s no better time to get into the kitchen and create delicious memories with your students or family! 🎄🍪

Are you looking for a quick, tasty treat that both kids and adults will love? Our Easy Fruit Dip recipe is here to save the day. With only a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delicious dip ready in minutes!

Being able to get to work reliably, and to get to work on time is a large barrier that can often change what an Individual with a Disability’s work choices and locations can look like. Many times parents and guardians are willing to twist themselves into pretzels to be the main transportation, and while the heart is there, that’s not viable long term. Freak accidents will happen, illnesses will happen,

Looking at ways you can support your individual NOW for competitive employment.

In the world of work, clean is king! Aside from the typical thought process of hygiene, showering, dressing, and brushing teeth, sneaky Independent Living joins the party too. 

Many individuals with disabilities have medications that require ongoing specific usage to perform at their best; therefore, managing medications is an important part of successful employment.

Because of the superb quality of the products in the kit, the kit grows with the family and will last a long time. Working independently in the kitchen translates to working independently in other areas.

Witnessing increased engagement and interest in cooking among the individuals she coaches, Jody has found that the Color-Coded Chef Kit not only features beloved recipes but also removes barriers associated with cooking, she empowers clients to proudly say, "I cooked this," promoting self-esteem, confidence in daily life skills, and a sense of inclusion. 😊 The kit has transformed their cooking routine, streamlining everything into an accessible book, saving time, reducing frustration, and making the kitchen a fun and engaging experience!

"Our first center cook day was a huge success, and we have The Color-Coded Chef to thank for it. The oatmeal cookies and deviled eggs from the recipe book delighted everyone, and we're proud to see the individuals we support stepping into the role of chefs."

Welcome back as we discuss Employability Skills and the Local Industry standards.  We will continue to look at ways you can support your individual NOW for competitive employment.  We will pick back up looking at Workplace Tolerances.