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Cerebral Palsy — An Adoption Story

Cerebral Palsy — An Adoption Story
June 26, 2012 by Special Needs Staff 66 0

“I hope to adopt someday.” The sentiment was real, yet my idea of adoption was romanticized and I lacked a real understanding of adoption.  I pictured bringing a shy, malnourished, lonely child to my home who would transform into a...

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The IEP Process Explained by an Attorney

The IEP Process Explained by an Attorney
May 29, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 30 0

Christopher Knauf is the founder of Knauf Associates in Santa Monica, CA. His law firm specializes in disability rights and education-related legal disputes. He has also served as an independent hearing officer for Section 504 special education...

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The Journey of the Parent with a Special Needs Child

The Journey of the Parent with a Special Needs Child
June 12, 2012 by Special Needs Staff 28 0

I think it’s time we acknowledge the internal emotional experience of a parent of a child with special needs.  This is a journey, and there are times when you will feel traumatized or in disbelief with your experience, and times when you...

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More Couples Look to Special Needs Adoption

More Couples Look to Special Needs Adoption
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 15 0

Couples who plan to adopt often look to other countries with cultures similar to their own. That is why Megan and Keith Nakamoto began the China adoption process in 2005. “My husband is Japanese, so we are familiar with the Asian culture...

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Ice Hockey Meets Special Needs

Ice Hockey Meets Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 15 0

Since it began five years ago, the Special Needs Ice Hockey program in Panorama City, California, has provided an opportunity for kids and adults with developmental disabilities to learn and play hockey. Until just six months ago, it was the only...

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Parents as Equal Partners at the IEP Table

Parents as Equal Partners at the IEP Table
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 13 0

As a private consultant I have the pleasure of supporting families as they work to become knowledgeable members of their son’s or daughter’s IEP team. They are often anxious weeks before the scheduled date, worrying if their student will receive...

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Benefits of Yoga for Special Needs Children

Benefits of Yoga for Special Needs Children
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 12 0

What are the benefits of yoga for children with special needs? What is a special needs yoga class like? Is your child expected to lie still on a mat? These are questions that Alex Newell, voted LAFamily.com’s Yoga Teacher of 2010, is happy to...

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Chess Helps Students with Special Needs

Chess Helps Students with Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 11 0

Bridgepoint Academy, located just outside of Chicago, Illinois, is a unique place that helps young adults with special needs (ages 16-21) transition from school to adulthood. By focusing on fostering each student’s life goals, Bridgepoint Academy...

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Dealing with Staring and Special Needs

Dealing with Staring and Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 10 0

No doubt about it, when people stare at our children (or us), they make us squirm. Let’s face it, people rarely stare at us because they’re mesmerized by our great beauty. More likely, they are sizing up our glaring imperfections. For...

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How to Find a Special Needs Day Care

How to Find a Special Needs Day Care
September 17, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 10 0

According to the Children’s Defense Fund, 19 million children in kindergarten through eighth grade are regularly in nonparental care before and after school.

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Are Meds Making Your Child Sick?

Are Meds Making Your Child Sick?
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 9 0

Americans–including children–are taking more prescription drugs than ever before. Things can go wrong when these drugs are mixed with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbal remedies, and even caffeine. Many...

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Girl with Down Syndrome Signed as Model

Girl with Down Syndrome Signed as Model
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 9 0

Urban Angels, an elite UK child modeling agency, opens their books only twice a year in search of new talent. Little Taya Kennedy was one of 50 children chosen out of 2,000 applicants. The fact that she has Down syndrome “did not enter the...

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Flying with Special Needs Children

Flying with Special Needs Children
April 24, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 9 0

There is no reason to avoid airports and traveling because you have a child with special needs.  Yes, special measures and extra planning need to be done, but with the right organization and a good attitude, flying with your special needs...

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Canine Companions Provide Four-Legged Friends

Canine Companions Provide Four-Legged Friends
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 8 0

Canine Companions for Independence is a national nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs for people with disabilities completely free of charge. Canine Companions serves adults and children with a wide range of physical and...

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13-Year-Old Singer Has a Special Needs Cause

13-Year-Old Singer Has a Special Needs Cause
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 8 0

Not every 13-year-old girl with a powerful singing voice gets the opportunity to record it on an album. It is even less likely that she would have a single written for her by a noted producer. Rarer than that is when that girl wants to give a...

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Bridging the Healthcare Gap

Bridging the Healthcare Gap
May 11, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 7 0

As a parent and a doctor, I have plenty of experience with our fragmented and confusing healthcare system. I have seen firsthand the challenges faced by patients who navigate it. From the first sign of illness to the last medical bill, our...

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Activities that Help with Development

Activities that Help with Development
April 4, 2014 by Special Needs Editor 7 0

Activities that Help with Therapy and Development

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Bullying and Children with Special Needs

Bullying and Children with Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 7 0

Bullying is a serious problem affecting many children and teens, but it is not likely that most children, especially those with special needs, will walk up to their parents and tell them, “I’m being bullied.” Bullying can involve name-calling...

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Protecting Assets for Child with a Disability

Protecting Assets for Child with a Disability
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 6 0

Estate planning and lifetime planning for parents with a child with a disability present special challenges. The goals of the parents are to utilize their assets in such away to enrich their child’s life while, at the same time, preserving the...

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Nutritional Assessment for Special Needs

Nutritional Assessment for Special Needs
October 3, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 6 0

Nutrition therapy for children with special needs varies greatly and must be individualized for each issue.  Swallowing difficulties, positioning and nutrient deficiencies are just a few of the variables that can have an impact on your...

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Holiday Meals and Families with Special Needs

Holiday Meals and Families with Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 5 0

Parents of children with special needs often find themselves feeling pressured to explain or apologize for their child’s behavior around the holiday dinner table. Maybe your child is a picky eater or prone to outbursts. This may cause tension if...

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Firing the Butler and the Maid . . .

Firing the Butler and the Maid . . .
October 3, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 4 0

. . . A strategy for helping your child with special needs learn to problem solve.Moms and Dads of children with special needs tend to take on the role of butler and maid far too long for the well-being of their son or daughter. As a consultant I...

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Successfully Transitioning Special Needs Kids

Successfully Transitioning Special Needs Kids
October 3, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 4 0

Successful Transitions: Moving from Childhood into Adulthood and from Pediatrics into Adult Care Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager, transition is a word you need to know. As the parent of a teenager with asthma...

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Avoiding Obesity in Kids with Special Needs

Avoiding Obesity in Kids with Special Needs
April 25, 2012 by Special Needs Editor 4 0

Childhood obesity is a rising problem in the United States, both for typically developing children and children with special needs. According to a Fact Sheet released by the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Department of Disability and Human...

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