Sept/Oct 2019

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College Programs: Closer Than You Think

Planning for the future can feel daunting when traditional paths don’t seem to fit. Explore college programs for special needs students to find meaningful intellectual disability college programs opportunities that offer real growth.

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IEP Meeting Overwhelm? How to Avoid It!

Navigating IEP meetings doesn’t have to feel like running a marathon. Start by gathering your notes calmly, focus on key points for your child’s unique needs, and don’t hesitate to ask clarifying questions—it’s all about teamwork! Remember, each step you take prepares you and your family better for the journey ahead.

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Mommy’s Timeout: Koyoto Fall Colors

Exhaustion often clouds your day when you are managing complex routines. Use a Koyoto fall colors visualization meditation to find stillness. Relaxing imagery from Koyoto photography offers an immersive parent mental breakaway today.

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Different Strokes: Using ABA to Teach Children Skills

Unraveling ABA: A Gentle Guide for Parents Amidst the Journey Embarking on a parenting path with a child facing developmental challenges often leaves parents pondering what lies ahead. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) stands as a beacon of hope, rooted deeply in science to guide you through this journey with confidence and understanding.

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Break It Down Tech Tools for Task Analysis

Supporting Independence Through Task Analysis Does your child struggle to remember daily routines or complete tasks independently? You’re not alone. Many parents face this challenge, especially when guiding children with special needs. First, recognize each child’s unique way of learning—some grasp concepts through visuals while others respond better to hearing instructions.

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Disabilities Shouldn’t Define Individuals Awareness and Dialogue Promote Acceptance

Summer can be challenging when schedules and care change considerably. Get helpful tips from other parents on navigating and enjoying a less stressful summer. And remember, every family’s journey is unique and beautiful.” This excerpt acknowledges the added stress during the summer break due to different routines for children with disabilities or special needs.

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Untruths My School District Told Me

Untruths My School District Told Me As a speech-language pathologist who has specialized in AAC for several decades there are some things that I hear over and over again; even when I think we’ve moved on. So I am going to answer some of your questions right now.

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Independence and Self-Advocacy

In life’s journey with special needs, embracing concepts like “recovering” from autism can be misleading. Every child’s path to independence and self-advocacy looks different; it’s a spectrum we all navigate together.

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