Sharing “I Can!” Attitudes: Determination
Determination Proud moments can come in all forms, sizes, and degrees. These are some of the stepping stones in a person’ s life…. moments that we can recall as we...
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Got Parent Support? My Advice to Parents Is Get Parent Support
Parent Support I just received my acceptance letter from Family Café where I will be presenting “20/20 Hindsight – Clearing the Air on Vision.” Many emotions came flooding back to...
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...
Tech for Developing Mental Strength for Life’s UPS and Downs
Developing Mental Strength As we discuss health issues related to children, one area that is often overlooked is that of our children’s mental health. Although we do not like to...
2019 Cover Winner: Clayton Pelkey
The handsome young man on our cover, Clayton Pelkey, started college this fall at a small college in Florida Keys. He quickly had to learn how to adjust to a...
Mommy’s Timeout: Coral Reefs
Take a time out and use Visualization Meditation to relax. Imagine yourself enjoy this aerial view of the ocean, sea, and coral reefs. Take a couple of deep breaths and...
Big Picture of Parent Participation in an IEP Meeting
Parent Participation in an IEP Meeting As you walk into your IEP meeting, you see 6, 8, or 10 school/district personnel already seated at the table. Yes, you “expected” that...
What the Federal Tax Overhaul Means for Families with Special Needs
Late last year, Congress passed the biggest federal tax overhaul in decades, a change which is unofficially referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Originally intended...
Tech Tips for Your Smart Home
Did you purchase or receive a smart home device during the holiday season? Here at BridgingApps, we look at everything through the “How can this help people of all ages...
Is It Meatless Monday Or Taco Tuesday? Chickpea & Butternut Squash Tacos
Chickpea & Butternut Squash Tacos from the “Taco Tuesday Cookbook” Yield: 4 servings These simple, budget-friendly tacos work just as well for Meatless Monday as Taco Tuesday! You’ll will love...
