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What is a Hearing Communication Disorder?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
February 10, 2018
Learn the differences between a communication disorder and a hearing disorder, both of which affect an individual's speech or their ability to communicate. Each also can range in severity, resulting in many options for treatment or therapy. ...
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Mosaic Weighted Blankets Review & Giveaway

By Angela Gartner
February 10, 2018
Many kids who have anxiety, sensory or sleep issues might benefit from a weighted blanket that can provide a sense of comfort. Learn more about Mosaic Weighted Blankets, including how to select the correct weight for your child. Also, find out how you can win one! ...
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impulsivity in kids

Help for Parents whose Children Struggle with Impulse Control

By Angela Gartner
January 17, 2018

Some children grab something they shouldn’t or might yell, scream or jump. While this can be often seen as part of development, sometimes there is more to these impulsive

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Milestones Autism Resources

Helping Loved Ones with Autism Reach their Goals in 2018

By Haley Dunn
January 12, 2018

As families look to the year ahead, it is natural to ask how you can better ensure a more productive and positive year for your loved one on the spectrum.

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Connecting for Kids Expands Programming to Solon

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
January 1, 2018

Connecting for Kids, a local nonprofit that provides education and support to families with concerns about their child, will be expanding to the east side in 2018 by offering

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Jeff and Amy Belles of Kulture City

Sense of Belonging: Amy and Jeff Belles Work to Create Sensory-Inclusive Spaces

By Michelle Dickstein
November 25, 2017
Inspired by their son, 12-year-old Carson, who was diagnosed with autism at age 2, Amy and Jeff Belles decided to work toward forming acceptance and inclusion opportunities for individuals with special needs. Through their work with KultureCity, the couple has created accessibility and acceptance in the local community by collaborating with the Akron Zoo and Quicken Loans Arena. ...
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Yoga helps kids with special needs

5 Yoga Benefits for Kids with Special Needs

By Judy Miller
November 13, 2017

Yoga is a full-circle practice of breathing (pranayama, also known as prana), movement (mudra), and sound (mantra). The asanas (poses), vinyasa (sequence of asana), and accompanying breathing serve to address

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College for kids with special needs

7 Questions Students with Learning Challenges Should Ask When Applying to Colleges

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
November 11, 2017
While every college-bound student has individual priorities and needs, those with learning challenges have more criteria to consider beyond geography, program of study, and size of school. Learn ways to help your child navigate the college planning process. ...
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Cleveland special needs resources

After the Diagnosis: Next Steps for Parents who have Children with Special Needs

By Angela Gartner
November 9, 2017
Whether your child has ADHD, autism, learning challenges or developmental delays, receiving any diagnosis can be an emotional time for the whole family. With so much to consider, it sometimes might be difficult to figure out what to do first. ...
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Special needs resources in Ohio

Select Special Needs Resources for Ohio Families

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 8, 2017

Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center
Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center is the premier provider of hearing, speech-language, learning, and deaf services in the greater Cleveland community, serving thousands of infants,

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