Going back to school is an exciting time. For families of children receiving special education services, it is also a time of anxiety and worry. In this article we offer tips to prepare your child – and their teachers – to help them have the best year possible.
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Doctor visits for your child with a disability or special health care need can be challenging at times. This article offers planning ideas that will help make your child’s doctor visit a more effective one.
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The Arc of McLennan County creates opportunities for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD). Their goal is for people with ID/DD to actively participate in their communities and make choices that affect their lives in a positive manner. This article provides information about the Arc’s services.
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Have you heard about Gigi’s Playhouse in El Paso? It’s one of four Gigi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers in Texas.
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We all need someone we can talk to, play with, tell our secrets to. A true friend will stick with you and brighten your darkest days. But when you have a disability, or you have children with disabilities, many times finding a friend who truly understands can be difficult. This article is intended to help you find a place in your community where great friendship can blossom.
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The most important tool in your tool box as a parent is knowledge. When you put in the time to research, meet with other parents and form an educated plan for your child, you can be confident in knowing that you are making the right decisions for your child.
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Join the Panhandle Down Syndrome Guild Buddy Walk on October 3rd!
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It’s hard to get around a small or large city without transportation. Abilene, Texas has a solution.
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A letter written to members of the educational team may help them understand and attempt inclusion for students with complex disabilities.
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There’s never a wrong time to think about summer plans for your child. Even if it’s far off, planning can help you find a summer camp for your child with a disability or special health care needs.
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