Some children in our community use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices to communicate with others. Many parents wonder if proper reading instruction is part of their education. Does your team know how to measure your child’s […]
Often, parents express concern about their child's ability to learn. They may struggle with attention or behavior issues in the classroom setting. It's important to consider the impacts of a central auditory processing disorder for […]
How do they do it? How do other parents manage the many challenges after their child has epilepsy surgery? Do you wish you had a “blueprint” of ideas and tools others have found effective? Our […]
Each one of us is human. Part of being human is having strong emotional reactions to a parenting experience that is continuously stressful and not what we'd imagined it would be. Understanding what is underneath […]
Join our Director of Patient and Family Advocacy, Audrey Vernick, for The Anatomy of an IEP In this session, Audrey will dissect an IEP and show you how to include parent input into each part […]
Empowering the Parent's Voice in the IEP Process It can be frustrating when parents try to advocate for their children and the school team denies their request. What do you say when the school refuses […]
Join us for a parent-friendly introduction to the brain, with a special focus on epilepsy surgery, which will help you understand many of the terms and phrases used by neurologists and neurosurgeons. The session will […]
The financial aspects of caring for a child or adult with special needs can be daunting. This workshop will provide you with an overview of what you need to do, including: How to address primary […]
Are you overwhelmed with trying to keep track of your child's IEP documents, progress on goals, important links, and other information? Join us for a Power Hour with some tips on Getting Organized! With our […]
Do you need help understanding your child's IEP goals? What data can you ask for, and how often? How can you be more involved in your child's IEP development? Join Julie Gardner, Educational Specialist, and […]
Progress monitoring: What is it, and why does it matter? Progress monitoring is how you and your child's school know whether IEP goals are being met. You must understand if your child is making progress, […]
Talking with our young and grown children about sexuality can be a difficult task. As parents and guardians, we often worry whether talking about it gives permission, and whether they can be safe from harm […]
