Building a Resource Manual for Future Caregivers
Resource Manual Any parent of a child with special needs understands the amount of effort that can go into providing care for their loved one. Along with the roles that...
Jan/Feb 2012
ASK Angie ASL – New Year’s Resolution
New Year’s Resolution: Visual Positive Reinforcements Tips for working with the deaf It is always important to remember the power of positive reinforcement. This edition of PSN is at the...
Protected Tomorrows: Start by Planning Today
Protected Tomorrows Overwhelmed is the prevailing word used by parents with a child who has special needs. There are so many things that need to be taken into consideration on...
A New Year & a New Autism Model Is Emerging
A New Year & a New Autism Model Is Emerging Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by malfunctions in social interaction, communication, behavioral stereotypes,...
5 Steps to Getting an iPad Covered by Insurance: A Mom’s Story of Success
Getting an iPad Covered by Insurance As a parent of a child with special needs, I understand firsthand the financial struggles that come with the job. When I discovered the...
Michael Azzara
“Everyday Hero” for the January/February Issue 2012 I want to nominate my Father-in-law, Mike, as an Everyday Hero. Ever since my son, Mikey, was diagnose at 19 days of age...
Mommy’s Timeout: Magnificent Sunrise
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Picture yourself here, amongst the magnificent sunrise. feel the warmth of the sun’s rays. Take a couple of deep...
Functional & Edible Cereal Necklace
Edible Cereal Necklace Art can be beautiful and art can be functional, but isn’t it nice when it’s also edible? Give each child a piece of yarn, string, or fishing...
Relationship Rescue: When to Start Preparing for Ongoing Services?
Question: When is it appropriate for me to prepare for ongoing services for my child when they “age out” of school? Advice: I have had many parents of special needs...
Maintaining Healthy Changes
Maintaining Healthy Changes Most people who try to lose weight fail to keep it off. Why? They fail to make changes that will last them a lifetime. Instead, they opt...
