There are Unified Sports Programs all across the United States that are designed to promote, among other things, inclusion, acceptance, physical activity, friendship, respect, and understanding. We at Parenting Special...
The BridgingApps Program of Easter Seals Greater Houston, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has launched Go For the Goal – Your Story contest; an invitation to those with disabilities to share...
Restraints in School: What Can You Do? Zachary’s laughter has been called infectious. One specialist even opined it sounded much like Charles Schultz’s famous character, Snoopy. The breath-taking sounds of...
How Can My Child Be Independent? Independent/independence …. Not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself. We usually associate “independence” with...
There are enough challenges raising a child with special needs, and transportation and mobility should not add undue stress. Equipping a vehicle for wheelchair or specialty stroller access can be...
Successful Trips to the Dentist It is estimated that approximately 20% of adults fear dental treatment to the point that they put off necessary visits. Children with disabilities may be...
Keep the Holidays Happy: The Do’s and Don’ts for Talking with Family and Friends The holiday season is a time to spend with friends and family, but there’s a lot...
Overcoming Obstacles and Meeting Milestones Molly Dellinger-Wray is a mother to her son, Patrick, who has autism. Molly shares her story of overcoming obstacles and meeting milestones on the way...
Real Moms Sharing Their Experiences and Advice Please be advised that the information that is shared on this page is for general knowledge and information from parents and (some) professionals....
By Ernst VanBergeijk, Ph.D., M.S.W. Can the recycling of consumer electronics lead to jobs for people with disabilities? As a parent of a child with a disability, two of the...
