Learn How to Travel Light: Packing Hacks to Save Space for Any Traveler
Kim shares some ways to save space when packing for a trip with young adults. Kim Martinez, an advisor for Stand Up for Independence on the “Treasure Coast” of...
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Early Intervention: First Steps in the Right Direction
Early intervention is a series of services that focus on the development of the infant and toddler – either with a disability or developmental delay. Through early intervention, a child...
Summer Time: Pools, Sun, Fun, Relaxing and No School!
Summer Time All things that mark the beginning of a great season called summer. But the thing about summer is that without some focus on learning, most children will encounter...
“Mom & Me” 2019 Cover Winner: Larkin & James O’Leary
Larkin & James O’Leary Our cover features Larkin & James O’Leary. Congratulations to Larkin and her very excited thrill-seeker, James O’Leary, 5 years old. They are our 9th Annual Mom...
Special Education & Disability Acronyms or Abbreviations
Download: Special Education & Disability Acronyms or Abbreviations As a parent of a special needs child, you know that Special Education – a.k.a Exceptional Education – has a language all...
My Child’s Pre-IEP Worksheet
This PSN-created form will guide you to gather, organize and present your thoughts and ideas about your child at his or her all-important annual IEP meeting. Having this information in...
Surgery Survival Guide: A Practical Guide to Coping with Surgery
Download: Surgery Survival: A Practical Guide for Coping with Surgery The Walker Family has endured 50+ surgeries as they have coped with multi-congenital defects syndrome with their four children. Surgery...
Transition Planning Timeline (Checklist)
Our children with special needs, as well as us as parents, need to learn to be comfortable with transitions in life; this PSN-created checklist talks about a student’s transition process...
Mommy’s Timeout: Blue Cypress Lake
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself enjoying the view of the trees growing in Blue Cypress Lake. Take a couple of deep breaths and...
How to Make Spring Break Fun for Kids with Special Needs
In this article: Practical ideas from a special needs mom to make spring break less stressful—whether you’re staying home or planning a trip. How To Make Spring Break Fun! Spring...
