Need Help with Your Child with a Disability? Get an Advocate
There are excellent special education services out there, but finding the right ones for your child can be a daunting experience. If you need financial help, or you are battling the school district for the services your child needs, you can get
READ MOREThe IHSS Home Interview: What to Expect
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is a federal program that provides financial assistance so you, as your child’s caretaker, can give the best supervision and care for your child in the comfort of your own home. This means that you can receive an hourly
READ MOREWho Will Take Care of Your Child with Special Needs After You're Gone? Get a Plan
Planning for your future financially is a challenge for everyone—but even more so for you if you are a parent of a child with a disability. Many children with special needs have long life expectancies, which puts you as a parent in a precarious spot: who
READ MORE3 Toys That Will Be a Hit with Your Child with Special Needs
It’s getting closer to that time! And there are a million things to do still—buying that perfect gift for your child with special needs is one of
READ MORESnow Globe Craft for Your Child with Autism
The holidays are here! And what better way to get into the spirit with your kids than by starting some holiday crafts with this snow globe sensory bottle! This DIY snow globe sensory bottle is literally so much fun and everyone knows that art activities are
READ MORETips for the Holidays for Your Child with Special Needs
While many children can’t wait for the holiday season, this time of year can mean extra stress for children with Autism and other disabilities. The interruption to their schedule, sights and smells that are unfamiliar, your home full of people and noise –
READ MOREEarly Intervention for Your Child with Down Syndrome
The primary years of a child’s life are a significant time for his or her development. During this early moment in time, children accomplish the basic physical, cognitive, and social skills that lay the foundation for future progress, and these capabilities
READ MOREHow To Talk To Your Child With Special Needs About Tragedy
When a catastrophic event happens, like a terrorist attack or a natural disaster, children may be troubled by what they see or hear about the tragedy. They may react with emotions such as fear, worry, shock and
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