Helping Your Anxious Child
Reducing Anxiety Anxiety is one of the most common challenges faced by autistic youth. As parents, when we see our children afraid or anxious, we naturally try to make them...
Sept/Oct 2024
Supporting Families: with a Master of Education in Foundations in Behavior Analysis
Supporting Families: with a Master of Education in Foundations in Behavior Analysis Parents constantly seek ways to support their children’s unique needs. For families of children with disabilities, having specialized...
The Parts, Pieces, And Timeline of Transitioning Into Adulthood
Adulthood is a challenge for anybody. Each of us moves toward a level of independence we didn’t previously have and is expected to be more responsible than at any other...
Vocation Skill Building and Job Coaching: The Nicholas Center
“The most motivated and driven individuals, our participants truly value every ounce of work they do, making a profound impact on both their community and themselves.” ~ Norma Jean...
Discover How Project SEARCH Opens Doors to Employment
Project SEARCH is a transition-to-work program for young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities that is available throughout the United States. The program, developed at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, is unique...
Bean Bag Balance With A Twist
Bean bags are quite universal and versatile. People purchase bean bag chairs to sit and lie on due to their lightweight and comfort; a popular dorm room favorite. Bean bags...
Mommy’s Timeout: Autumn Sunset at the Great Smoky Mountain
Take a Time Out Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself admiring the Autumn Sunset at the Great Smoky Mountain. Take a...
The Change: No More Staying Under the Covers
The Change — that’s how the female elders of my youth referred to menopause, often in private, hushed conversations away from men and children. So much mystery and shame surrounded...
Empowering Students for the Future: A Guide to Transition Planning with Christa Fisher
Join Christa Fisher from Gwynedd Mercy University as she shares her passion for transition planning, a critical step for students with special needs moving from the classroom to the real...
