What has happened since we last posted

My name is Stuart Flaum. I am credited with organizing the Disabilities Leadership Council. Over the past couple of years I have not contributed to the blog. However, I have made a difference as to how families across New York State and the country plan for succesful family outcomes.

Since I last contributed to the blog, I have been advocating for families, in particular, across New York State. It is my passion to create communities, with free economic enterprise as the cornerstone for financial security and succesful outcomes.

We also must encourage individuals to become advocates beginning at their teenage years. Advocacy,    develops over time, and the skill improves over time.

Encourage your sons and daughters to count, go the corner store, make mistakes, date, fall in love and vote.

Next week my 20 year old son is called to jury duty : and the grand jury in NYC to boot. Though he doesn't quite understand the full value of serving, I see this as a great opportunity to build self confidence . In addition, he will be recognized first as an individual in the courthouse.....how cool is that ?

More to come on what I promise will be a very exciting relaunch of the Disabilities Planning Council, addressing the issues that move community !

Stuart Flaum