“Every step in self-care is a step toward self-empowerment.”
– Unknown

“The more we advocate for ourselves, the more empowered we become.”
– Unknown

“Caring for others is a gift, and so is caring for yourself.”
– Unknown

“Taking charge of your health means taking charge of your life.”
– Unknown

“You are worth the time it takes to care for yourself.”
– Akiroq Brost

“Caregiving starts with self-giving.”
– Unknown

“Advocating for yourself is the first step toward self-compassion.”
– Unknown

“To lead your care is to love yourself deeply.”
– Unknown

“Your care is your responsibility; be your own best advocate.”
– Unknown

“Empowerment in care starts with your first question.”
– Unknown

“Self-care gives you the strength to care for others.”
– Unknown

“You have a voice; use it to lead your care.”
– Unknown

“When you advocate for your health, you become your own best ally.”
– Unknown

“The true essence of caregiving is balance.”
– Unknown

“Good health decisions start with good information.”
– Unknown

“Sometimes advocating for yourself is the most powerful form of care.”
– Unknown

“Love yourself enough to care for yourself.”
– Unknown

“The more you understand your health, the better you can advocate for it.”
– Unknown

“Caring for yourself isn’t selfish; it’s necessary.”
– Unknown

“Self-care is a continuous journey, not a destination.”
– Unknown

“Being a leader of your own care is the highest form of self-respect.”
– Unknown

“Helping yourself first is an act of courage and compassion.”
– Unknown

“The most fundamental form of advocacy is self-advocacy.”
– Unknown

“Self-care is the greatest gift you can give to others.”
– Unknown

“Knowledge about your health empowers you to make the best choices.”
– Unknown

“To be a good caregiver, you must take care of yourself first.”
– Unknown

“The act of self-care is empowering and healing.”
– Unknown

“Stand up for your health and lead the way.”
– Unknown

“The only way to truly care for others is to take care of yourself first.”
– Unknown

“Lead your care, and let knowledge be your compass.”
– Unknown

“Health is a state of body; wellness is a state of being.”
– J. Stanford

“Caring for yourself is part of caring for others.”
– Unknown

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”
– Aristotle

“Caring for others begins with being your own best caregiver.”
– Unknown

“Self-care and self-respect go hand in hand.”
– Unknown

“Caring for others is noble, but caring for yourself is essential.”
– Unknown

“Your care starts with you. Advocate boldly.”
– Unknown

“Taking charge of your health is one of the most empowering things you can do.”
– Unknown

“Self-care is the ultimate responsibility.”
– Oprah Winfrey

“One of the most important things you can do as a caregiver is care for your own needs.”
– Tia Walker

“The courage to care for yourself first is the courage to care for others better.”
– Unknown

“Empowerment starts with being informed and taking action.”
– Unknown

“The foundation of caring for others lies in first caring for yourself.”
– Unknown

“Self-advocacy means speaking up for what’s right for you.”
– Unknown

“When you know your worth, you demand the care you deserve.”
– Unknown

“Ask yourself what you need to be the best version of yourself.”
– Unknown

“An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly.”
– Unknown

“Self-care is not selfish; it’s essential for well-being.”
– Renee Peterson Trudeau

“Taking charge of your care means asking questions and staying informed.”
– Unknown

“The more we care for the happiness of others, the greater our own sense of well-being.”
– Dalai Lama

“Advocacy is an act of courage and self-respect.”
– Unknown

“Listen to your needs as a caregiver, for you cannot pour from an empty vessel.”
– Unknown

“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.”
– Etty Hillesum

“Compassionate care starts with compassionate self-care.”
– Unknown

“Your health is your most precious possession; be the one who safeguards it.”
– Unknown

“Taking control of your own care starts with understanding your own health.”
– Unknown

“When you can’t control what’s happening, control the way you respond.”
– Unknown

“If you can’t care for yourself, how can you effectively care for others?”
– Dalai Lama

“Empower yourself with knowledge, and you empower your health.”
– Unknown

“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.”
– Norm Kelly

“Self-care is how you take your power back.”
– Lalah Delia

“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.”
– Tia Walker

“The most important tool you have for advocating for your care is your own voice.”
– Unknown

“Caring for others is important, but caring for yourself is vital.”
– Unknown

“Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.”
– Katie Reed

“You have the right and the responsibility to take control of your own care.”
– Unknown

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
– Mahatma Gandhi

“When you care for yourself, you show others how you want to be cared for.”
– Dr. Andrea Pennington

“Caring for others is an expression of what it means to be truly human.”
– Hillary Clinton

“Self-care is not a luxury; it’s a priority for a well-lived life.”
– Audre Lorde

Paid employment during high school is the #1 predictor of successful adult employment for students with disabilities.
— NTACT:C

Only 71% of students with disabilities graduate high school, compared to 87% of peers without disabilities.
— NCES

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 10–24.
— CDC

36% of young adults (18–25) experience mental illness annually, the highest of any age group.
— SAMHSA

Accessible transportation remains a top barrier, preventing 6 million Americans yearly from receiving needed care.
— CTAA

60% of youth with disabilities require support navigating adult healthcare, yet only 22% receive formal transition planning.
— Got Transition

Youth with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty (32%) than those without disabilities (16%).
— Census

People with disabilities are 3x more likely to experience food insecurity, affecting health outcomes.
— NIDILRR

Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) now account for more than 62% of Medicaid LTSS spending nationally, up from 18% in 1995.
— CMS

IRIS, Wisconsin’s self-directed care program, now serves more than 20,000 participants, giving them budget authority and hiring rights.
— WI DHS

Wisconsin provides long-term care to over 52,000 through Family Care, shifting away from institutional settings.
— WI DHS

People with disabilities are twice as likely to be unemployed despite equal desire to work.
— BLS

Mobility impairments are the most common disability type, affecting 13.7% of adults.
— CDC

26% of U.S. adults live with a disability—more than cancer, diabetes, and heart disease combined.
— CDC

1 in 5 hospital patients is readmitted within 30 days—a sign of poor discharge planning.
— CMS

33% of older adults forget medication doses weekly, contributing to 125,000 preventable deaths per year.
— USPHS

40% of hospitalizations for adults 65+ are preventable with proactive care and coordination.
— AHRQ

Falls are the leading cause of injury death among older adults—one occurs every second.
— CDC

6 in 10 adults with chronic illness struggle to understand health information, increasing risks for medication errors.
— HHS Health Literacy Report

Family caregivers provide unpaid care valued at over $600 billion annually, more than the entire U.S. Medicaid budget.
— AARP

Only 37% of U.S. adults have completed an Advance Directive, leaving most without documented care wishes.
— JAMA

1 in 4 Americans will be over age 65 by 2050, doubling the demand for long-term services.
— Population Reference Bureau

By 2034, for the first time, older adults will outnumber children in the U.S.
— Census Bureau

93% of adults aged 65+ have at least one chronic condition, and 80% have multiple.
— CDC