Headlines are quick to capture “deadbeat dads”. Stories and movies are often written about abusive fathers, and about dads who disappear from the lives of their children, leaving moms and children broken, hurt, desolate, and alone. We seem to hear a little bit about the good dads
The most important part of Angel Marie Moll’s poetry, “Part of Me,” captures the profound love and gratitude felt by a parent for their child with special needs. This poem poetically articulates the deep connection and joy that only parenthood can bring.
I became a mom at the age of nineteen, to a beautiful, perfect little boy named Jason Matthew Burkhardt. My dream of becoming a mother was
Narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis, “Through a Dog’s Eyes” follows an inspiring year in the lives of children with disabilities and their specially-trained assistance dogs, showcasing both small acts of companionship and transformative moments that change how others see—and interact with—their world.
Proud Moments are any time that you have been extremely proud of your child with special needs. Read on to share in pride & joy of everyday accomplishments
In Every Dog Has a Gift, Rachel McPherson draws on her experience as the founder and executive director of The Good Dog Foundation
Yvonne Pierre blends personal hardship with powerful parenting lessons in her new book, The Day My Soul Cried: Real Life Adventures as a Momentrepreneur and Special Needs Advocate. Join Yvonne as she navigates motherhood, advocacy, and self-discovery while transforming challenges into triumphs for her son Zair and other families.
Cathy Purple Cherry, AIA, LEED AP is Principal and Owner of Purple Cherry Architects, a wholly-integrated design firm started in 1994 and located in Annapolis, Maryland. Cathy and her staff...
My particular “Everyday Hero” set out to find the “person” inside the prison of autism that incarcerated my little boy. He conducted an extensive “Search and Rescue Mission” to help...
As a person with a voice, it’s hard to imagine not being able to express yourself. But just for a moment, try to think of living without one, and how the world would just pass right around you
