Posts by Justin Henning
10 Sensory School Supply Items to Support Your Child in the Classroom
Going back to school involves more than just books and pencils for children with IDD. Many have unique sensory processing needs. The sights, sounds, textures, and smells of a busy classroom can feel overwhelming. This intense environment can make it difficult for them to focus, learn, or even feel comfortable. Choosing the right sensory school…
Read MoreBack to School Tips for Children with IDD
Navigate the New Academic Year with Success Navigating the back-to-school season can feel like a new frontier when your child has IDD. The familiar routines of summer shift, and with that, new anxieties can emerge. This transition requires thoughtful preparation and support. You want it to feel less like a hurdle and more like a…
Read MoreDoes Medicare or Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living Facilities?
Understanding the Cost of Assisted Living Assisted living can be a crucial step for your adult child with IDD, offering vital support and community. However, we know families often worry about the significant costs involved. Understanding funding options like Medicaid and Medicare can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. We’re…
Read MoreWhat is IDD? A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis for your adult child or seeking to understand more about a condition that has always been a part of your family’s life, IDD can be overwhelming. We understand this journey can feel overwhelming-filled with questions, and sometimes so many that it’s hard to know where to begin. You’re…
Read MoreWhat is Supported Living?
A Guide for Families and Caregivers Every parent or caregiver holds a quiet hope: to see their loved one flourish and find their place in the world. When your adult child has an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD), the path to independence may look different-and that’s not only okay, it’s meaningful. You don’t have to…
Read MoreInternational Disability Awareness Day
When you hear “International Disability Awareness Day,” you might think of people’s challenges, limitations, or simply another day on the calendar. Here at Covenant, we see something far more profound. This day is a powerful reminder that every single person, regardless of their physical or mental abilities, carries a unique purpose. The day is about…
Read MoreWhen They Turn 18: Pre-Navigating Life at Age 18 and After Special Education Ends
When They Turn 18: Pre-Navigating Life at Age 18 and After Special Education Ends When your child with IDD turns 18, it can feel like you’re standing at the edge of a cliff, wondering what comes next. Up until now, the school system provided a reliable structure. Services were in place, routines were built, and…
Read MoreHelping Your Adult Child Discover Purpose
Helping Your Adult Child Discover Purpose We all want to feel like we matter. Like we’re contributing something to the world. That doesn’t change for adults with IDD. Helping your adult child find purpose isn’t just about filling their day, it’s about feeding their spirit. Why Purpose Matters When someone has a reason to get…
Read MoreBuilding Independence Without Losing Connection
Building Independence Without Losing Connection Every parent dreams of their child growing up and finding their own way in the world. But when your adult child has an intellectual or developmental disability, independence looks a little different. And that’s okay. You don’t have to choose between helping them grow and keeping them safe. You can…
Read MoreDream Center (Day Program)
Covenant Dream Center Day program Operating in Albemarle and Matthews locations, the Dream Center is a day program for adults with special needs, designed to provide enriching activities, community outings, and a safe, supportive environment. How It Works Step Referral & Intake Individuals are referred to The Dream Center through a care coordinator, parent or…
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