Modifi® Go Fish
Go Fish Getting in the game sometimes requires modifications in order to be successful. Handy card holders are perfect for children or adults who have trouble holding a handful of...
Fun Activities
T.E.A.M. SMART: This Summer with Doug
Think Smart Thought is the original source of all success. It translates into a plentitude of actions all precipitated by impulses. Your thoughts give you direction on what to eat...
Don’t Get Weakened by Your Weekend Tips for Keeping up and Staying Balanced
Staying Balanced All summer, you rush to therapies, trainings, pick-ups and drop-offs. Maybe you fit in some fun time now and again, and some time to relax with your child....
Two Cups & a Walnut
Two cups and a walnut is a game that requires nothing more than
Ask Angie ASL – Independence
Tips for Working with the Deaf: Using an Interpreter for Independence People who are deaf or hard of hearing, will use an interpreter to facilitate communication. This allows them to...
Emerging Through Autism Through Jewish Music
The beginning: My journey in Jewish music (I’m a “newbie” Cantorial Soloist, songleader and teacher) began after our middle son, Evan, was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism, and was singularly...
Music Is Feeling
Music Is Feeling Riley sits cross-legged on the floor, banging a big, round drum. It’s the beginning of his music therapy session with Noreen Donnell, Clinical Director of Music Therapy...
Relationship Rescue: Special Needs Teenagers and Summertime
Question: What to do with your special needs teenagers when school is over for the summer? Advice: Summer is officially here and those of us with special needs teenagers are...
Cooking With Kids: Grape-sicles
Frozen Grape-sicles or Grape kabobs. Popsicles are a summer time favorite…
Meaningful Summer Experiences to Aid Transition
Skills children learn at a variety of summer programs can be instrumental in preparing for transition to