Category: Disability Culture and Advocacy

As we pause to reflect on this year, here at Undivided, we’re filled with gratitude for every family who let us be part of their journey. It’s been an honor to watch families navigate big transitions, celebrate meaningful wins, and show up with strength that inspired us daily. We also grew right alongside you, building ...

If you’ve ever felt lost trying to figure out services, insurance, or school supports for your child — you’re not alone. In this episode, we sit down with Kelley Coleman, a fellow parent, author, and advocate who’s spent over a decade navigating public benefits, insurance, and education for her child with multiple disabilities. Kelley shares ...

The countdown to Halloween is on! Everywhere you look, pumpkins and decorations are popping up — but for families raising kids with disabilities, it can feel like a lot to navigate. Flashing lights, unfamiliar crowds, tricky social interactions, and food restrictions can make a night that’s supposed to be fun feel overwhelming. Many parents find ...

Ever felt unsure about your child’s rights at school — or frustrated when the system seems to overlook what they need? There are federal laws designed to protect kids with disabilities and give them access to education and their environment, but they can be confusing to sort through. IEPs are often the first school support …

“Over the years, I’ve met with countless caregivers, therapists, and educators that are under the assumption that children with disabilities can’t understand relationships or aren’t able to learn complex social skills. The general feeling is that it’s just too hard to teach! On the contrary, if provided with the opportunity, the proper materials and learning …

Dear new parent, You may not be new to parenting, but if your child has just been diagnosed with a disability or developmental delay, you are likely new to disability parenting (what some call being a “special needs parent”) — a phrase that, as you’ll find with so many words, doesn’t come close to describing …

Let’s be real — coordinating your child’s medical care and supports can feel like a full-time job. First steps, birthdays, graduations… and then suddenly you’re enrolling in Medi-Cal waivers, trying to find new doctors for your young adult, and wait — why can’t I see my child’s medical info anymore?! And let’s not forget the …

If you’re parenting a child with autism (or any developmental disability), you know it can be so much more than making them their favorite breakfast, putting on their favorite backpack, and getting them to school in the morning. We’re constantly hoping they feel seen, supported, and connected — whether they’re bonding with a friend over …

“‘Disability’ is not a bad word. Use it. There’s no need to replace it with euphemism; use it respectfully.” — Diana Pastora Carson, creator of Beyond Awareness Talking about disabilities can be tricky. As parents, it’s natural to feel uncertain about the right words to use when discussing our children’s disabilities, whether it’s with providers, …

Neurological disorders, which affect the way the brain or nervous system functions, present with a unique set of symptoms and challenges that impact areas such as speech, mobility, vision, and behavior. It’s natural for parents’ anxiety to rise when faced with navigating and supporting your child through diagnosis, treatment options, and ensuring they’re not only …