Health

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Medwaiver Program How the Waiver Can Help Your Child

The Medicaid Waiver Program offers help for families of special needs children through community-based services instead of nursing homes. Each state runs its own waiver program differently, but the common goal is to assist parents in caring for their child safely at home.

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Tech Tips To Help You Refresh & Refocus in 2021

Daily demands often leave parents feeling drained. Prioritize self-care strategies for busy parents by using tech tips refresh refocus 2021. Try minding kids apps audiobooks playlists to find quiet moments together. You deserve rest.

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Family Chat: S.O.S.: Prioritizing Self-Care

Parenting often feels like an endless marathon. Understanding self care importance helps you recharge. Try taking five quiet minutes for tea today; prioritizing self care advice makes you feel truly capable again.

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Create, Cook, Talk: Seven Layer Salad

Holiday gatherings can feel busy, but you can create a Seven Layer Salad together to slow down. Use these tips for engaging kids in food preparation to turn a family fun activity: cooking & talking into a sweet memory.

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Create, Cook, and Talk Curly Zucchini Fries

Kitchen time can feel chaotic when you are managing sensory needs. Try to create curly zucchini fries for a fun, nutritious win. Talk and create food activities children enjoy to connect easily.

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Staying Calm While in the Chaos of the Storm

Staying Calm Amidst the Chaos In these uncertain times, finding moments of calm is essential for our well-being and our children’s growth. Remember, you’re not alone—many parents share this journey. One simple tip? Take deep breaths together before starting your day; it sets a peaceful tone.

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Puberty and Hygiene: How to Support Our Children

Puberty Change Challenges for Special Needs Children Your daughter may suddenly resist daily baths She might feel awkward brushing her teeth every morning It’s understandable to worry about keeping up hygiene with new adolescent behaviors One approach is slow and steady; break routines into tiny pieces and practice each skill repeatedly.

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Sunday Strong Making a Difference

Sunday Strong empowers adults with intellectual disabilities through tailored fitness programs. Imagine the strength, confidence, and joy in their hearts as they move together in our inclusive workouts—150 minutes of health every week! At Sunday Strong Vero, we partner with local gyms to offer free group classes. Our mission?

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Medical Tech Support: Managing Your Family’s Health Care

Medical Tech Support Taking care of the health of a family includes taking care of not only their physical health, but also emotional and mental health needs, and can be time-consuming. Managing the health of a child with a disability or special health care needs, however, can be extra challenging.

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