Social Media: Why It’s Really Not All Bad
WATCH NOW Discover the positive side of social media for children with special needs in this insightful talk by Jody Glass from M-C-C-T-C Adult Career Center. Learn strategies to cultivate...
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Mental Health and Special Needs can Overlap: Expert Insights to Help
WATCH NOW Vital insights every parent raising a child with special needs should know about mental health. In this enlightening talk by Dr. Eric Levine, President, and CEO of CooperRiis,...
Hop into Spring: Join the Fun with this Exciting Egg-Cercise Scavenger Hunt!
Easter is nearing us, letting us know that Spring is just around the corner. Many children look forward to finding Easter eggs either around the house, in their backyard or...
Unlocking Vitality: Why Relationships are Critical for Well-being
As families who want our kids to grow up healthy and strong, most families are aware of the everyday habits that we do to keep ourselves and our kids healthy....
How to Improve Brain Health Through Stress Reduction
Chronic stress keeps cortisol levels higher than normal, interfering with the production of other crucial hormones that regulate health and brain functions. People who have higher stress levels are more...
The Benefits of Sleep Enhancement for Cognitive Functions
Maintaining a natural sleep cycle is crucial, as the body has a regular circadian rhythm that regulates daily functions. While we sleep, our endocrine system releases critical hormones that support...
Preventative Measures That Can Help Promote Better Brain Health
Making healthy choices and managing health issues are among the most critical steps in promoting brain health. The more preventative actions you take, the more significant the impact on the...
ABLE Accounts: What They Are and Why They Might Be Needed
Beth C. Manes, Esq., Explains Able Accounts to Empower Special Needs Families Parents often ask for advice on what to do with the assets owned by their adult children with...
Planning for the Future: Embracing the Dignity of Risk (Informed Decision-Making)
Can any emotion compare to the surge of helplessness a parent feels when they witness their child being excluded, being treated unfairly, or experiencing failure? The Urge to Protect: A...
Organizing Life with Special Needs: A Guide to Using Calendars for Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Success
Real-Life Scenarios – My car battery died, our water heater started leaking and now we are late to my child’s speech therapy! – My 10 year old with special needs...
