Stake & Ward Disability Specialist
Stake & Ward Disability Specialist
Welcome to the Stake and Ward Disability Specialists Resource Page. This section is designed to provide quick links to some of the material available for your calling created by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There are a variety of resources offering guidance on including members with disabilities, answers to frequently asked questions about ordinances, accessibility, teaching strategies and safety guidelines.
Resources for Those You Serve
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Helpful Resources
"Mental health challenges can impact anyone, regardless of education, geography, faith, calling, or family. They are nothing to be ashamed of and should be met with love."
"Resources for Church leaders, teachers, and members on how to teach, love, and include members with disabilities."
"Help the caregiver understand the enabling and redeeming power of the Savior Jesus Christ."
"Online resources for Church leaders and other members of ward and stake councils to help them minister to members."
"Latter-day Saints of all ages are susceptible to conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or the effects of abuse. This collection shares personal stories of struggle, victory, and perspective as people deal with these trials."
"There is always a place in the Church to serve God’s children with special needs. This collection offers many profiles of courageous people and families flourishing alongside various kinds of disabilities."
"In this section you can learn more about including members with disabilities, along with general guidelines on frequently asked questions about ordinances performed by and for members with disabilities, accessibility, and safety guidelines."