Author: Lucy

In honor of National Caregivers Day, I wanted to share something meaningful to my family. This post was inspired by words written by my younger brother Patrick at only 10 years old. To me, this is the true definition of a caregiver. To families like mine and to every family supporting a loved one with […]

This drawing is so special to our family because it was made by my cousin Mia for my brother Teddy, who has autism. It means so much to us to see the love and thought that she put into creating something that shows who Teddy is and the things that make him happiest. Teddy brings […]

This winter in Upstate New York has been especially snowy, but one thing about Teddy is that he absolutely loves being outside and swinging, no matter the weather or how cold it gets. Being outdoors is more than something he enjoys, it is an essential part of his sensory regulation. Spending time outside helps him […]

Last week, my brother Teddy lost his educational placement. Without the sensory supports and accommodations he needs, school became a place where he could not regulate himself or truly show his abilities. Sadly, there are so many autistic children and adults who face life without the support they deserve. When I asked my mom what […]

Our Caroling for a Cause event was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who caroled with us. We loved spreading holiday cheer ❤️🎶🎄

On December 22nd I am organizing a Caroling event in my community to sing for children of all different abilities! If anyone is interested in helping to support families and spread Christmas cheer please let me know. You know what they say, “The more… the merrier!”

Not many people like doctor visits, but doctor visits are especially hard for my autistic brother Teddy. It takes two people to take Teddy to the doctors because he struggles to participate in the doctor’s orders and he tends to be very upset. It is also challenging because when Teddy is sick most times we […]

School is back in session and it has not been much of a change for my brother Patrick and I. We are both at the same school that we were attending last year. A few of the same teachers and new classes but everything is very similar. However, this summer Teddy transitioned to a new […]

Recently I had the once (or maybe twice if they invite me back next year) in a lifetime opportunity to rappel down the Seneca One building in Buffalo, NY in support of the Arc of Erie County! This experience would not have been possible without the respite staff that care for my brother, Teddy while […]

My family’s favorite summer activity is boating on the Great Sacandaga Lake. Besides it being super fun, boating is a special time because it is one of the few activities we can do as a family all together. Teddy loves boating! One of the hardest things about growing up with a sibling with a developmental […]