Seven ways family members and friends can help the parents of children with autism and special needs. Deanna Picon, founder of Your Autism Coach, LLC and author of The Autism Parents’...
The word alone strikes a little fear in all parents. With the help of parents and professionals, we have put together some great books to assist parents, carers, boys and...
Decorating Easter eggs with kids is fun and easy. Use a whisk as an egg dipper for mess-free dyeing, or try rice and food coloring for unique colors at home. Explore creative techniques like Sharpie art on eggs for vibrant designs.
So, it happened one day when we weren’t expecting it; my son wandered off. We weren’t expecting it because my son Vincent is not a wanderer or a runner. One...
Encouraging Speech & Creating Yum! Egg-Sicles Egg-sicles are an egg-cellent activity/recipe for Spring! We are always trying to figure out healthier, sweet treat options for the kids and family to...
Wandering is a common and potentially dangerous behavior among individuals with autism, often leading to serious safety risks. This article offers in-depth guidance for parents and caregivers on how to...
Social Club “ Mainstreaming” was the original thought that brought many students with special needs out of specialized school and into the main stream with everyone else. It was a...
Clean up what you eat Have you noticed that now, more than ever before, children and adults are developing food allergies and health problems at an alarming rate? Foods are...
Group fitness activities offer a powerful avenue for introducing social skills and fostering meaningful interactions among children and teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or special needs. By setting realistic expectations and targeting current social functioning levels, educators and coaches can leverage these programs to create impactful learning opportunities that extend beyond physical development.
The hero’s journey transforms parenting a special needs child into a mystical odyssey where love, acceptance, and inner growth become the ultimate rewards; as Joseph Campbell observed, this transformative quest mirrors ancient myths through twelve stages—from Call to Adventure to Sharing Wisdom—empowering souls with newfound patience, love, and courage.
