Special Needs

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Using Your Plan: Teaching Skills

Teach Replacement Behaviors: Replace Challenging Actions with Positive Skills When using the behavior plan, focus on teaching your child new skills that replace challenging behaviors. Define these skills clearly, breaking them down into step-by-step task analyses for complex ones.

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A Father Finds Comfort In The Following Words

Fatherhood isn’t always by choice — sometimes life surprises us with unexpected realities. For fathers navigating disability parenting challenges, understanding their journey can bring comfort and connection. Let’s explore coping strategies for dads raising special needs children.

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What Are Pre-Employment Skills and How Does My Child Get Them?

Teach your child essential job readiness skills Lackluster employment prospects for children with disabilities stem from lacking crucial pre-employment skills, including hygiene, time management, and work etiquette. Equip them by teaching these basics — both at home and within their IEPs. From setting alarms to selecting professional attire for interviews, these foundational abilities are vital.

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Hewitt’s Heroes

Christian’s lifelong dream of joining the fire department takes center stage in League City’s groundbreaking “Hewitt’s Heroes” program—a beacon for special needs adults seeking meaningful inclusion through community service.

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Sharing “I CAN!” attitudes: Gigi & Matias

I had gone to visit Gigi at school the Friday before Mother’s Day. Her teacher asked me to observe her reading an entire book to me by herself while highlighting key details about the main characters.

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ASK Angie ASL – Let’s Play UNO

Play UNO with your deaf child using this simple video guide [Watch here](https://www.parentingspecialneeds.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/UNO-sign-language.mp4)! Learn a few key signs like “more” and “all done,” making every game session rewarding for everyone. Grab the free printable sign language deck cards [here](#) and transform quiet evenings into lively family fun! Let’s break barriers, one card at a time.

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Dreams Made True: New Wonders for Walking

Unlocking Independence: How the Bioness L300 Transforms Lives for Children with Disabilities For families like Dayna Teske’s struggling with cerebral palsy, dreams of mobility often feel out of reach. Discover how the innovative Bioness L300 device is changing that narrative. This groundbreaking technology isn’t just a medical aid—it’s a gateway to newfound independence and confidence.

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Designing Strategies to Improve Your Child’s Behavior

Why should you care about improving your child’s behavior? This guide breaks it down into simple steps, starting with understanding what drives their actions. By identifying patterns and functions behind challenging behaviors, you can find targeted solutions that work for your family’s unique situation. Ready to make manageable changes that lead to lasting results?

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Considering a Service Dog? Meet My Monty

Meet Monty, your furry friend making waves in therapy! This adorable Labrador Retriever brings more than just love—he’s a certified Social Therapy Assistance Dog. With training from NEADS, he’s expertly prepared to guide kids through the complex maze of emotions and social interactions, turning tough challenges into playful breakthroughs.

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Looking for a Fun Family Exercise? How About Parkour!

Discover How Your Family Can Embrace Adventure Through Special Needs Parkour Unleash unbreakable bonds as your child conquers obstacles with newfound strength alongside kin. Our Boulder-based program pairs super-powered parents with skilled coaches to make every leap, climb, and vault a family affair—turning everyday life into an epic showdown of limits.

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