Jolene Philo

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The Impact our Words May Have on the Children We Serve

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The Impact our Words May Have on the Children We Serve

The impact our words may have on the children we serve in whatever capacity––as their parents, caregivers, grandparents, teachers, neighbors, business owners, and more–– often goes unseen. We know our words make a difference because we remember how the adults in our lives impacted our childhoods. 

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The Physical Manifestations of Grief in Caregivers

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The Physical Manifestations of Grief in Caregivers

The physical manifestations of grief in caregivers are unexpected and pervasive. Jolene Philo shares what God has been teaching her since the death of my mother on June 23, 2023.

Experiencing Post-Traumatic Growth while Raising a Child with Disabilities

Experiencing Post-Traumatic Growth while Raising a Child with Disabilities

Experiencing post-traumatic growth (PTG) while raising a child with disabilities may not be on your radar screen when you’re drowning in the stress associated with caregiving. The only growth that concerned me during our son’s medically-fragile years was increasing his strength as he fought for his life. Paying attention to the stress I was experiencing while he struggled, and possible growth coming from it, never crossed my mind. Jolene Philo writes on Post-traumatic growth for special needs parents.

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My Favorite Vacation Planning Tips for Special Needs Families

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My Favorite Vacation Planning Tips for Special Needs Families

Jolene Philo gives 10 vacation planning tips for families with special needs! Jolene Philo will be speaking at Disability & the Church 2024 in Orlando, FL May 1-3! Go to www.keyministry.org/datc2024 to register now.

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How do I teach my kids to interact with people who have disabilities?

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How do I teach my kids to interact with people who have disabilities?

“How do I teach my kids to interact with people who have disabilities?” Jolene Philo gives 7 tips on how to teach your kids how to interact with people who have disabilities. These tips are geared for kids, but they can be adapted for adults who act uncomfortable around anyone with disabilities and special needs––kids, adults, and senior citizens. 

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