EP!C Respite

This week, I have a more serious topic to tackle. This isn't usually my strong suit but I'll do my my best. Over the past few weeks, there has been talk about the state of Illinois making budget cuts in several areas, including one that could potentially greatly impact the lives of many individuals associated with EP!C, including myself.

There are many people with physical or developmental disabilities who rely heavily on others to assist them with day to day tasks. I have a progressive disease that slowly weakens my muscles over time until there is nothing left. I've needed nurses to take care of me for well over ten years now. One important lesson I've learned from my situation is that we don't truly realize what we have until it's gone. It's easy to take these things for granted, so I try to be as thankful as possible. 

Simple tasks such as getting out of bed in the morning or eating lunch can cause so much frustration for me if I don't have anyone to assist me. Life with a any sort of a disability isn't easy, but who said this whole life thing was supposed to be easy? I'm usually a pretty laid back guy but, I can honestly say that I'm genuinely concerned about the well being of those with disabilities in Illinois. 

The EP!C respite center allows families to take care of their every day needs such as shopping and running errands. Families are strengthened and stress is greatly reduced because they can be 100% sure that their loved one is in good hands.

This is just another quality that makes EP!C such an awesome place.  This place continues to amaze me with the amount of love and support from the staff and volunteers. EP!C truly cares about the well being of all of their individuals. 

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