Articles tagged: "special needs"

1: Never Give Up! Don’t Let Statistics Rob Your Hope And Joy

When a child is first diagnosed with a medical condition, especially a life-threatening one, the first question many parents understandably ask is, “How long does my child have to live” Medical professionals respond by quoting the statistics

2: Don't Shy Away from Special Education Programs for Your Child

Special education may help your child succeed in school and in life. Yet parents often fear that their child will be singled out in a room separate from their classmates, so they avoid seeking out special education arrangements. Take heart; current special education laws require schools to provide an educational environment that is as unrestrictive and equal for all children as possible.

3: Essential Parenting Tips For Raising Kids With Medical Issues

I knew I was in trouble She ripped the oxygen sensor off her finger and refused to put it back on

4: Autism, Special Needs, And The Benefit Of A Circle Of Friends - Pt 2

If you have a child with autism or special needs, I recommend you set up a Circle of Friends for support.

5: Autism: A Common Diagnosis

A brief guide for parents who are concerned that there child might be autistic or who have a child that has recently been diagnosed with autism.

6: 7 Must Know Tips for Passengers with Disabilities- Part 1

When traveling through airport security it is important for all passengers to be comfortable with the screening process. Passengers with disabilities should go directly to the boarding pass identification checker, bypassing the line at security checkpoint. The checker will direct the passenger

7: 15 Important Tips Revealed: Airport Screening for Children with Disabilities!

Children are born to move. They have tons of energy and need an outlet to burn it up, so it can be tough to get them to be still and listen. It is even more difficult for children who have special needs or disabilities to be confined to an area. Most large airports have a designated lane for pa

8: 7 Must Know Tips for Passengers with Disabilities- Part 2

When you make your reservation, communicate your needs to the airlines. Make plans ahead of time for items such as: oxygen supply for origin, transfer hubs and destination, a porter to help with luggage, and/or a wheelchair to help you move through the airport with ease and with less stress.All