Thanks for all the care, love, fun and opportunities poster.
My story
My passion for supporting persons who experience disabilities began over two decades ago when I gave birth to my son Shane. As with any mother who's child is labeled with a disability, life changed, goals were altered and new learning began. The above picture was the last Christmas gift I received from Shane and his step-sister Bianca, before his passing in March of 2009. In all the years since, I've not had the heart to take it down as it reminds me that for all the challenges we may have experienced, our efforts and support allowed him to live an exceptional life in spite of disability. My wish is that that be the story for every person.
Having worked for the past thirteen years supporting children and adults who live with various disabilities, I know that each one has hopes, dreams and goals just like every other person does. I also know that sometimes it can be difficult for them to have their voices and wishes heard, or to know what steps they might take that will move them closer to their preferred future. I believe that it's time that persons with disabilities have a stronger say in the direction that their lives are taking, and be given the tools and support they require to get there. I believe that providing Life coaching for persons with disabilities will help move people closer to that end.
Having worked for the past thirteen years supporting children and adults who live with various disabilities, I know that each one has hopes, dreams and goals just like every other person does. I also know that sometimes it can be difficult for them to have their voices and wishes heard, or to know what steps they might take that will move them closer to their preferred future. I believe that it's time that persons with disabilities have a stronger say in the direction that their lives are taking, and be given the tools and support they require to get there. I believe that providing Life coaching for persons with disabilities will help move people closer to that end.
Life Coaching for Persons with disabilities
Life Coaching is the process of moving forward in life by setting goals, achieving them and being inspired to keep them alive while setting the next goal. It is not a form of counselling nor is it a method of persuading a person to follow a path that others have laid out. Instead, Life coaching is a partnership that offers a non-judgmental and dynamic relationship in which one may take control of their destiny and re-discover themselves through understanding their values, passions and goals. The intention is the same for people with or without disabilities.
Through my life experience I have created a series of tools that provides a holistic, person-centered way for individuals to think about what it is they really want to have in their lives. Focusing on a person's strengths, gifts and passions, we work together to set concrete action steps that an individual can take to move towards those goals. Required support and resources to do so is considered and a follow-up plan is put in place.
Through my life experience I have created a series of tools that provides a holistic, person-centered way for individuals to think about what it is they really want to have in their lives. Focusing on a person's strengths, gifts and passions, we work together to set concrete action steps that an individual can take to move towards those goals. Required support and resources to do so is considered and a follow-up plan is put in place.
Disability Life Coach Training
Effective coaching is based on being able to build a strong, comfortable relationship with the person being coached. For persons with disabilities, trusted relationships may be fewer and further between, or may be more difficult for them due to their individual life experiences. As a result, sometimes it makes more sense for those who provide direct, ongoing support to individuals to be equipped to provide the coaching supports.
As a Certified Life Coach, Certified Passion Test Facilitator and experienced leadership trainer, I offer workshops and training that can support your team to understand the principles of good coaching. By providing a basic foundation and solid understanding of the work, your team can begin to open up possibilities for those they are supporting. Training includes providing many of my coaching tools and resources as well as ongoing support and advanced training as time goes by.
As a Certified Life Coach, Certified Passion Test Facilitator and experienced leadership trainer, I offer workshops and training that can support your team to understand the principles of good coaching. By providing a basic foundation and solid understanding of the work, your team can begin to open up possibilities for those they are supporting. Training includes providing many of my coaching tools and resources as well as ongoing support and advanced training as time goes by.
Life Coaching for Special Needs Parents
No one understands the challenges and struggles of parents with special needs children like another parent does. Through my experience both as a mother and as a senior co-coordinator supporting adults with developmental disabilities, I have a unique understanding of what parents experience and what resources might help empower them to successfully navigate the uncertain waters of the disability world. Together we can explore what it is that you need to to support your child and your family, but most importantly, what it is that you need to keep yourself feeling balanced and healthy.