#129 How to build more independence for adults with disabilities
Hi, Eric Goll here. Today, we’ll talk about independence for adults with developmental disabilities, and why it does not mean doing everything alone. Many families picture independence as their loved one managing with no help at all, and that picture feels impossible. The truth is gentler, and more hopeful. In this video, you’ll discover:
🌟 Why independence does not mean doing everything alone
📈 The two real goals that make your loved one’s future safe
✅ A simple place to start this week
👉 Watch now to rethink independence in a way that is realistic, respectful, and full of hope for your loved one.
— About Eric Goll: Welcome to Empowering Ability! I’m Eric Goll, and my mission is to help you ensure your loved one with an intellectual/developmental disability lives an Awesome Ordinary Life! As a family member and coach, I support families touched by autism and developmental disabilities by providing the knowledge and tools to cultivate an awesome, ordinary life for your loved ones, ensuring their care and support now and in the future.
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31 Aug 2026
#128 What if a group home isn’t the only option for your loved one with a disability?
In this episode, Eric shares what his family learned while creating a different path for his sister Sarah, and the three things that helped her build a safer, more independent life. You’ll also hear one simple step you can start with this week to help your loved one grow their skills and rely on more people than just mom and dad.
22 Aug 2026
#127: Friendships for adults with developmental disabilities: where to start
Today, we’ll talk about friendships for adults with developmental disabilities and where to start. Many adults with a disability are surrounded mostly by paid people. What is often missing are freely given relationships, the people who are not paid to be there. In this video, you’ll discover: 🌟 The one question to ask about the people in your loved one’s life
📈 Why freely given relationships make your loved one’s future more safety proof
✅ One small step you can take this week
— About Eric Goll: Welcome to Empowering Ability! I’m Eric Goll, and my mission is to help you ensure your loved one with an intellectual/developmental disability lives an Awesome Ordinary Life! As a family member and coach, I support families touched by autism and developmental disabilities by providing the knowledge and tools to cultivate an awesome, ordinary life for your loved ones, ensuring their care and support now and in the future.
🎁 Download your FREE copy of the "Life Planning 101 Guide": https://www.empoweringability.org/life-planning-101-guide-yt/
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