Raising one or more children with a disability can be very mentally and physically stressful. That's why caring for yourself is so important. Here is how one mom handles self-care.
Categories: Family Support
There are several programs in Texas that provide support for children and adults who have disabilities. These include medical and other long term support services for their loved ones with disabilities. This article provides an overview of some of these programs.
Categories: Family Support
As parents of children with disabilities, it is important that we do everything possible to help them dream large and soar toward their goals! Remember the whole purpose of special education services is to prepare them for further education, employment, or independent living.
Categories: Family Support
For children on the autism spectrum, the Autism Supplement is an important part of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) paperwork. It lists 11 strategies that must be discussed at the Admission, Review and Dismissal/IEP (ARD/IEP) meeting.
Categories: Education & Schools
Post-Secondary Goals in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) are much different from IEP goals. But often, parents do not realize their importance in helping our children achieve success after high school.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
The graduation cliff will get here faster than you think. Have you planned ahead for your child’s future? Is your child ready to take the leap?
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
The Arc of the Gulf Coast supports individuals with disabilities and their families to lead meaningful lives in their communities.
Categories: Family Support
Assistive technology (AT) can help your child succeed in school and life. Let’s discuss what it is, why it helps, and how to use it. Also, the upcoming Texas Assistive Technology Network okay with Conference (June 14-15, 2016) will spotlight the latest advances in assistive technology to help students with disabilities in the classroom, at home, and in the community.
Categories: Family Support
Families often talk about the reasons their child cannot “access the general education curriculum” or be included in regular education. Many times it is due to what their child cannot do. But with the right supports, many can be successful despite their disability label.
Categories: Education & Schools
Learn what Education Service Centers do for families with children with disabilities.
Categories: Education & Schools