Special Needs

The Northern Ohio Branch of the International Dyslexia Association (NOBIDA) announced the expansion of its literacy initiative, Until Everyone Can Read: Children’s Books Representing Dyslexic Readers, to public libraries

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities, mcbdd.org

The start of a new school year can bring excitement, but it can also bring uncertainty, especially for children with developmental disabilities.

By Lynn B. Johnson, MFA, APR

The saying “you can’t fill from an empty cup,” which I’ve only ever heard in Cleveland, became very real for my family when my

Given that this is a new experience for both families and children, Kelly Matthias, intervention specialist at Begindergarten from Julie Billiart Schools in Brecksville, says, “One thing I like to

LiveSpecial.com, a project of Jewish Women in Action, is a one-stop guide to services for individuals with special needs, their families and caregivers. read more

Birthday parties can be difficult for our family as we have a son with disabilities. Frequently, no one comes to his birthday parties, and if my daughter has a birthday

By Lynn B. Johnson, MFA, APR

The playground is a great place to spend time in the summer.

To make the trip even easier, many playgrounds are accessible for children

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities, mcbdd.org

Family vacations are about making memories, spending time together, and enjoying new experiences. If you have a child with developmental differences, planning

A sensory break allows for time to decompress, reset, and receive the input necessary to feel more regulated. Also known as a brain break or movement break, when a child