Dallas, Denton, Kaufman
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills go beyond academics. Everyday life provides opportunities to apply these skills. During my son’s educational career, a lack of critical thinking and problem-solving skills was often noted in his Individualized Education Plan paperwork. While he may struggle with these skills academically, he solves problems all the time in his daily life.
Categories: Education & Schools, Transition to Adulthood
A disability service provider supports persons who have a disability. They can help with day-to-day tasks, with community access, social activities and work. Transportation, confidence, self-determination and self-advocacy are other areas a disability service provider can assist with.
Categories: Family Support
Parenting a child with a disability is a journey, not a destination. Some people have been dealing with this since their child was born. Some people have joined the journey later in their child’s life.
Categories: Family Support
Preparing for your child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting is important. Here are a few suggestions to consider when preparing for your child’s Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD/IEP) meeting.
Categories: Education & Schools
Libraries today offer so much more than books. Here are 5 benefits you may not have realized.
Categories: Family Support
In my journey as a mother, I have grown from a place of frailty to a place of strength thanks to the support of mentors and friends. Here are reflections on lessons learned that all parents can benefit from.
Categories: Family Support
Here's one mom's take on why inclusion is such a hotly debated topic.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
What is guardianship? Are there other options? One parent shares her emotional response to learning about guardianship and the many alternatives.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Our kids might look a bit different than yours – but they are still kids. Treat them like you do your own. Here’s some suggestions on how you can do that.
Categories: Family Support
Having an accessible and functional bathroom is essential if you have a child who uses a wheelchair. Here is one family’s tips on bathroom modification.
Categories: Family Support