Persons with disabilities are individuals whose mental, physical, intellectual, or developmental functioning differs from what is typically expected. Those differences may affect how they live, think, communicate, or interact with others.

Disability can take many forms. Conditions like autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, or other intellectual or developmental challenges. 

Being Informed Makes a Difference:

Across the globe, persons with disabilities and their families often face greater obstacles than others. They may have limited access to health care, face economic hardship, or doubt their ability to fully participate in community life. They might confront social isolation, lowered expectations, or institutional barriers not because of their disability alone, but because society is not always structured to support their needs and talents. 

But when we truly understand disability and change how we treat one another, we open doors. Inclusion becomes possible. Everyone benefits when our communities value all members, not in spite of disability, but including disability.

Supporting Abilities and Promoting Independence

At Homewatch CareGivers, our developmental disabilities home-care services are designed to support independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients and their loved ones. 

Here are ways professional, compassionate care can make a difference:

• Help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility, offering support when needed while preserving dignity. 
• Home-management services such as meal preparation, laundry, and errands, reducing household stress for families. 
• Transportation assistance for appointments, therapies, or social outings, ensuring that individuals stay connected with community and support services. 
• Companionship and social interaction, helping to fight isolation and build relationships that foster confidence and a sense of belonging. 
• Respite care for family caregivers. Recognizing that caring for a loved one with a disability can be emotionally and physically demanding, and offering a trusted opportunity for rest and recharge. 

Inclusion Benefits Everyone

When persons with disabilities are embraced, supported, and included in community life, society becomes richer, more compassionate, and more equitable. 

We all play a part. Whether as neighbors, friends, family, caregivers, or community members, acknowledging differences with respect, offering support, and advocating for accessibility and equity can transform lives.

Need In-Home Care? You can contact Homewatch CareGivers of Idaho at 208-350-7269.

Homewatch Websites:

Boise: www.homewatchcaregivers.com/boise
Twin Falls: www.homewatchcaregivers.com/twinfalls
Nampa: www.homewatchcaregovers.com/nampa
Pocatello: www.homewatchcaregivers.com/pocatello

We serve the following cities:

Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Star, Nampa, Caldwell, Kuna, Mountain Home, Middleton, Parma, Homedale, Twin Falls, Jerome, Buhl, Kimberly, Filer, Wendell, Gooding, Pocatello, Burley, Chubbuck, American Falls, and Blackfoot.