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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
The last time my son was in the hospital, it was a children’s hospital. But recently, after he fell out of bed and broke his leg, he was taken to an adult hospital and needed surgery. I’m forever grateful to the doctors and nurses caring for him through it all.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care, Transition to Adulthood
I homeschooled my kids for many years. I taught them subjects like math, reading and science, just like in regular schools. But one of my favorite things about homeschooling was teaching them extra stuff that would help them when they grow up.
Categories: Education & Schools, Transition to Adulthood
My son graduated from his beloved school eight months ago. Here’s a look at how our transition is playing out, including his wins and challenges.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
As a parent of an older son with disabilities, I have struggled with his education in math and reading for most of his school career. As parents, we sometimes have unrealistic goals for our children. However, at some point, we must pause and think about the future.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Today, people with disabilities have more options than ever before. They can attend college, go to work and live independently. But they need a good start through school and community experiences. As a hands-on and informed parent, you can help your child gain the skills they need for self-determination.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
In Texas, when a child with a disability turns 14, they should begin attending Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings with their parents. It’s the time to create a Transition Plan for life after high school.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Our son with disabilities is now 22 years old. Since the time he first got services through a Medicaid waiver, I feared the loss of those services due to a mistake or mishap. Without these waiver services, we would be in a world of hurt.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
It’s harder to find resources for our son now that he’s 22 and has graduated from the public school special education system.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Simple solutions can lead to big possibilities.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
Thinking about the future can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be.
Categories: Transition to Adulthood