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Navigate Life Texas: Resources for kids with disabilities and special needs
Navigate Life Texas: Resources for kids with disabilities and special needs
I have recently noticed a new trend. I’ve heard the term nonspeaking used in popular media. Nonspeaking was used in place of the term nonverbal to describe a person who communicates without talking.
Categories: Family Support
One of the more frustrating but necessary parts of having a child with high medical needs is that your house has a revolving door of strangers coming and going.
Categories: Family Support
During a recent checkup, I was asked, “How do you take care of yourself? I know you work a lot, and you’re a mom - but what about you?” I was caught off-guard.
Categories: Family Support
A boy's movie buddies become lifelong friends.
Categories: Family Support
Transition services are processes that help youth with developmental or intellectual disabilities and their families prepare for adulthood. These services provide the support needed to help youth live as independently as possible.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Parenting a child with disabilities means constantly learning new things. You may not be aware of it, but all that informal learning leads to expertise.
Categories: Family Support
Has your child lost skills during the pandemic? Learn about compensatory services along with some suggestions on how to get them for your child.
Categories: Education & Schools
Helping your child find a job that they love takes time and research. It is so worth it.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Have you ever been asked to join a committee or board? As a parent of a child with disabilities, here’s what I’ve learned over the years about participating in these groups.
Categories: Family Support
When you have a child with a disability, thinking about your child’s life as an adult can be overwhelming. Planning is essential. There are many types of plans to consider.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood