Martin’s Road Back: How Stability, Connection, and Community Made Recovery Possible

• By: Libby Traynor, LCSW All Abilities Beloved & Respected, Inc. (AABR)
• September 15th, 2025
• addiction recovery, community connection, developmental disabilities, Fall 2025 Issue, mental health stabilization, recovery journey, resilience, stable housing
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When Autism Spectrum News invited stories about supporting people with developmental disabilities through unique challenges, one name immediately came to mind: Martin R. This past weekend, Martin walked through the doors of his new home on City Island. For him, it wasn’t just a change of address,...

Combating Stigma Through Community: AABR’s Program Without Walls Builds Inclusion and Purpose

• By: Libby Traynor, LCSW All Abilities Beloved & Respected, Inc. (AABR)
• July 9th, 2025
• advocacy, community, developmental disabilities, inclusion, integration, self-advocacy, Summer 2025 Issue
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At AABR, we envision a world where people of all abilities are beloved and respected — a world built not on separation but connection. Our Program Without Walls (PWW) is helping shape that world by placing adults with autism and developmental disabilities in real-life community settings where...

The Profound Impact of Holistic Wellness on Individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities

• By: Libby Traynor, LCSW All Abilities Beloved & Respected, Inc. (AABR)
• April 4th, 2025
• community, creative expression, holistic wellbeing, inclusion, mental health, mindfulness, movement therapy, programs, recovery, Spring 2025 Issue, wellness
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Individuals with autism and developmental disabilities face unique challenges in maintaining their physical and emotional well-being. Sensory sensitivities, communication barriers, and co-occurring conditions often contribute to heightened stress, anxiety, and sedentary lifestyles. These challenges...