Sharing “I CAN!” Attitudes: Trey
My son, Trey, is 15 and has Down Syndrome. He takes karate and has recently moved into the adult class and is doing well. He’s had some major health issues...
Jan/Feb 2017
2017 Cover Winner: Jacob Weber
Jacob Weber The cover photo of handsome hockey player Jacob Weber was sent to us by his proud mother, Kathy. Jacob has been diagnosed with Autism, Dyslexia, Microcephaly, and LD,...
Mommy’s Timeout: Baobabs Sunset Trees
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself standing at sunset amongst these “fairy tale” trees of Baobabs, Madagascar. Take a couple of deep breaths...
Hot off the Press! New and Retooled Apps!
New and Retooled Apps We get excited around here by innovative and creative technologies that help children with disabilities develop, become more independent and succeed in life. Keeping up with...
Plan Early for Your Child’s Long-Term Security
Long-Term Security The vast majority of my clients who have children with special needs share the same goal: that they will outlive their children. The thought of leaving their loved...
Organize Your Food and Cookware to Keep Safe
Organize Your Food and Cookware to Keep Safe When someone in your house is on a special diet, it is imperative to separate their food from the rest of the...
Live an Organized Clutter-Free, Less Stress Year
Clutter-Free Children (and parents) have different levels of tolerance for cluttered surroundings – some of us perform well, while others are distracted and irritated when things are in disarray. If...
Cleveland Rockin’ Wildcats: Special Needs Hockey with a Heart!
“Special Needs ” and “Hockey” are not two words that you hear together very often; they do go together very nicely though. Meet the Cleveland Rockin’ Wildcats. They are a...
Robin Raiff (Sister): He’s Not Heavy, He’s My Brother
This issue’s “Real Moms Share” is actually a “Real Sister Shares” (she happens to also be a mom). Robin Raiff was raised in Kentucky and is one of six children....
IEP Goals and Your Child’s Future
IEP Goals and Your Child’s Future Many parents, including myself, were/are unaware that the IEP is more than “just” a plan for your child; it is a legal document and...