It’s not unusual for people diagnosed with autism to have co-existing disorders. For my son, the combination of autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Tourette syndrome can make life challenging.
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Last year, a new TV sitcom aired on ABC called Speechless. The story is about the daily life of a regular American family, and one of their sons has cerebral palsy. It was a hit, and my family loves it!
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We can't always stop disasters from happening, but we can be prepared.
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Let your friends and family know what to send when you're at the hospital—and how to pack your own hospital survival kit.
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Here’s a story of a mom who stepped in to help another mom in the waiting room.
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Getting a wheelchair for your child can be a long process, but so worth it.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care, Family Support
There are lots of things to consider when packing your child’s go bag. Here are a few ideas to help you determine what you bag needs to contain.
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Privacy and dignity are important values to honor and protect. They are as important to children with disabilities as anyone.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood
When you have a child with a medical complexity, you eventually gain the ability to calmly assess a medical necessity.
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My son has multiple diagnoses which we knew and understood. Now he has a new one. His diagnoses don’t define him, but they are a big part of who he is.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care, Family Support