How one young man with some challenges goes to work and gains confidence, skills and purpose.
Categories: Family Support
As a mom with a child who has disabilities, I realized that we are all interdependent. Needing help isn’t a bad thing.
Categories: Family Support
When you have a kid with a disability or special health-care needs, your priorities shift. It’s funny to compare your priorities from years ago to your priorities today. Here’s how our family changed when we had our daughter, Casey.
Categories: Family Support
Sometimes, small gestures mean the most. Recently, my niece told me something that made me have to fight back the tears. Here’s our story.
Categories: Family Support
As caregivers, we need to remember the importance of taking care of ourselves.
Categories: Family Support
You will receive bills for your child’s surgeries and procedures—including some bills you don’t see coming. It can be overwhelming and confusing. Here’s how to prepare for the unexpected.
Categories: Insurance & Financial Help
I’ve been thinking a lot about how we, as parents, learn about disability. The people we talk to greatly impact our experience.
Categories: Family Support
Internships can be a great way for teens and young adults to gain valuable work experience. Here, one mom discusses how her son’s recent internship has helped him—and society.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
If the airport security checkpoint is overwhelming for your child, accommodations are available to ease their fear and anxiety. Here’s how one family made their flying experience much more enjoyable.
Categories: Family Support
There are many benefits to bringing a friend or companion to your child’s IEP meetings.
Categories: Education & Schools