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Bridging the Gap: Feeding & Swallowing Across the Lifespan — Community Expo — November 14

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
14 days ago
This is a free community expo, hosted by the Star Center Foundation, for families, caregivers, professionals, and anyone supporting someone with feeding or swallowing challenges. The conference will bring together healthcare professionals, caregivers, educators, community organizations, and vendors to provide education, resources, and support for individuals with feeding and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. ...
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5 Tips for Helping Your Child Enjoy Celebrations

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
14 days ago

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities,

Fall is upon us, which means the holiday season is right around the corner. From Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas and everything in

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Volunteering for Fun, Health, and Community

By Lynn B. Johnson
14 days ago

By Lynn B. Johnson, MFA

Recently, the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Cuyahoga DD) celebrated its fifth-annual Days of Service, where staff volunteer in the community, often alongside people

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Planning for the Future Without Losing Sleep Over It

By Submitted Content
14 days ago

By Janelle Leonard, MSW, LISW Community Fund Ohio

As a social worker, I have had the privilege of walking alongside families during some of their most important moments in life.

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Countdown to Halloween — Steps to Help Kids with Autism Get Ready

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
14 days ago

Shrieking skeletons, spooky music, flashing lights, smoke machines, and itchy polyester costumes. While tons of fun for many, this can turn into a sensory overload for children with autism. The

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

By Angela Gartner
September 18, 2026
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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What’s Next? Five Steps for Families Beginning Their Special Needs Journey

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
September 18, 2026
Although every family’s journey looks different, and there’s no single “right” way to navigate it, a few thoughtful steps early on can help you build a strong foundation for your child and give you confidence that you’re moving in the right direction.   ...
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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
September 17, 2026

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
September 17, 2026
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
September 17, 2026
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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