Intellectual Disability Support Group
Intellectual Disability is a term for a pattern of persistently slow learning of basic motor and language skills ("milestones") during childhood, and a significantly below-normal global intellectual capacity as an adult. One common criterion for diagnosis of Intellectual Disability is a tested intelligence quotient (IQ) of 70 or below. People with Intellectual Disability...
My Bother has 0 grd level and the comprehension
of a 6 yr old. My brother has been on his own for some time living on the streets. I pulled him off got himm on SSI and apt, food stamps. I'm having a hard time dealing with him on every thing I try to be patience with him. but I find my self getting upset and angry with him. I try to show him how to do things like cooking, cleaning, bathing and he fights me all the way. I want to give up but in my heart I cann't. I need help with commucation, and a way my Brother will under stand what is good for him on handling and doing things on his own. please help me. Bear
of a 6 yr old. My brother has been on his own for some time living on the streets. I pulled him off got himm on SSI and apt, food stamps. I'm having a hard time dealing with him on every thing I try to be patience with him. but I find my self getting upset and angry with him. I try to show him how to do things like cooking, cleaning, bathing and he fights me all the way. I want to give up but in my heart I cann't. I need help with commucation, and a way my Brother will under stand what is good for him on handling and doing things on his own. please help me. Bear
How old is your brother? Does he have a diagnosis that would explain his 6 yr old comprehension? Does your state offer any support for people with your brothers disabilities? It seems to me that he should have a case worker and some time of government support. It is difficult to see someone you love living on the street. That's great that you were able to get him SSI and those type of benefits. I would next look into home care providers or some type of assisted living arrangement. Good Luck!
I hope this helps.