April 2018

April 2018

resources for special needs kids in ohio

Recognizing Typical Developmental Hurdles in Children with Special Needs

While working in a group home as an undergraduate student, one of my clients was a young man with severe cerebral palsy and moderate developmental delay. He enjoyed engaging

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New Moms’ Health: 4 Post-Delivery Conditions to Monitor at Home

While you may have been healthy enough to go home from the hospital after delivering your baby, you still need to monitor some postpartum conditions. Luckily, these conditions usually are

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Ohio’s New Caregiving Act

Most folks want to stay at home and family caregiving is becoming the norm rather than the exception. As Ohio’s population ages, it will be more and more critical for

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The Easiest Fitness Hack that You’re not Doing

It’s the time of year for focusing on fitness, health and self-improvement as spring is right around the corner — and, as is to be expected, I’m busier than ever

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what to pack for summer camp

Packing for Camp: It’s About More Than Socks and Underwear

Mom. You forgot to pack extra socks,” my 10-year-old son says accusingly. We have just picked him up after a week at camp. Socks, I muse, mentally searching through

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#CLEMAMA: Unpacking the Past

Did you ever want to take a trip back in time to your childhood? Not to change anything, but just to touch or feel something from your past? Me

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Hands-On Science: Area Schools Use New Teaching Technology

As science-based jobs continue to increase, it’s more important than ever for students to have a strong foundation in science. Many K-12 schools are finding new ways to teach science classes and engage students with the latest technology. ...
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connecting for kids agency in cleveland, ohio

Free Sensory Awareness Kits at Connecting for Kids Meet and Greet

To help area families identify sensory issues, Connecting for Kids will offer free Sensory Awareness Kits featuring Ollie the Octopus to all preschool families (with children ages 3-5 years old)

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earth day events in ohio

How to Celebrate Earth Day Now and Every Day This Year

Earth Day is a global event and an environmental movement recognized by more than 192 countries. April 22 is a special day devoted to showing how we care about the future of our planet, but you don’t have to wait for Earth Day to show your love. Here are 10 ways — including some that can involve your kids — to celebrate the planet we call home all year round. ...
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earth day events in ohio

Earth Day & ‘Green’ Events in Northeast Ohio

Earth Day is Sunday, April 22, but many events in the greater Cleveland/Akron area that are themed around the holiday begin this weekend. Check our list to schedule some eco-minded fun and learning with your family. ...
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