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DREAM Playground Opens — First Fully-Inclusive Playground in Summit County

By Angela Gartner
25 days ago
The playground — the first fully-inclusive playground in Summit County, located at Oak Grove Park, 2200 Barlow Road in Hudson — includes a soft rubber surface, sensory and musical equipment, a social story and adapted playground equipment from swings to a zipline. ...
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Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities Hosts Community Job Fair on October 7

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
25 days ago
Whether someone is looking for their first job, seeking a new opportunity, changing careers, returning to the workforce, or exploring what’s next, the free event is open to all job seekers. It will provide an opportunity to meet local employers, explore career options, and learn about available positions. ...
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What’s Next? Five Steps for Families Beginning Their Special Needs Journey

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
25 days ago

By:  Molly Murphy Berry, Esq., Community Fund Ohio

Learning that your child may have a developmental disability can leave you with more questions than answers.  Where do you start?  Who

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4 Ways Technology Can Everyday Life Easier for Children with Special Needs and Their Families

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
25 days ago

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities, mcbdd.org

Technology can be an amazing sidekick for families raising children with special needs. From helping a child communicate and follow a routine,

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Helping Young Children with Developmental Delays: Cuyahoga DD Early Intervention

By Lynn B. Johnson
25 days ago
The Scharfenort family learns that a tablet with communication software and early intervention therapy, which are supports provided through Cuyahoga DD, are good tools for their daughter Eliza, who has developmental disabilities. ...
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10 Inclusive Books for Children With Disabilities

By Angela Gartner
25 days ago
Families with children with disabilities can discover inspiring books that celebrate differences and encourage inclusion. Kids can enjoy these fun, engaging reads while seeing themselves reflected in the characters and stories. ...
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Supporting Children with Special Healthcare Needs

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
26 days ago

Parenting a child with special healthcare needs brings a unique set of challenges and rewards, and specialty camps can offer valuable support. Every family’s journey is different, but it often

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Sensory-Friendly and Inclusive Events for Kids & Teens in Northeast Ohio

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
26 days ago
Find activities and events for children with special needs and their parents and families. Many events provide sensory-friendly and inclusive activities for all abilities. Check out the following happenings in the region. ...
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Read the 2026-2027 Issue of LiveSpecial.com Magazine

By Jewish Women in Action Cleveland (JWA CLE)
September 13, 2026
 This year’s LiveSpecial.com, an annual magazine for all ages in our inclusive community, "Opportunities & Possibilities " features stories on accessibility resources and support at every stage. The magazine is a project from Jewish Women in Action Cleveland (JWA CLE) and published by Northeast Ohio Parent. ...
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Features That Make a School the Right Fit for a Child With ADHD

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 1, 2026

To choose a school for a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, families should examine how educators handle attention shifts, delayed task initiation, impulsive behavior, and emotional overload.  read more

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