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Is Your Student with Special Needs in the Right School?

By Susan Stone
January 18, 2017

Midway through the school year is a good time to evaluate your child’s academic progress. You might be concerned about your child’s current school environment. Not all children can handle

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Understanding the Differences Between an IEP and a 504 Plan

By Susan Stone
January 12, 2017

If your child has a learning disability or requires accommodations to learn in the classroom, there are a host of specialized services available to your child under the Individuals with

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Early Intervention and the Transition to Preschool for Children with Special Needs

By Tricia Chaves
January 3, 2017

If your toddler has been diagnosed with special needs, early intervention is available to ensure their educational needs are met prior to starting preschool. read more

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Get Children’s Toys on Loan

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
December 10, 2016
If you're looking for toys and resources for kids, consider United Disability Services in Akron. Its Toy and Resource Center loans developmental toys and resource materials to anyone working with a child birth to age 6 with special needs or a child developing typically. ...
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Explaining Oppositional Defiant Disorder and How Can Parents Help

By Angela Gartner
November 16, 2016
It’s not uncommon for children to misbehave or be defiant when following rules set by parents or other authority figures. While some defiance is typical, extreme or excessive actions can be symptoms of a larger issue such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder. ...
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‘Nessa Knows’ Event Covers Strategies for Behavior Plans and Discipline in School for Students with Special Needs

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
October 16, 2016
The Nessa Knows Series, “Paving Pathways for Students with Special Needs,” is a free two-part presentation that features Nessa Siegel, JD, a multi-award winner in her field and a recognized authority in disability and special education. ...
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Register to Join Wednesday’s ‘Cleveland Down Syndrome Day’ Celebration

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
October 9, 2016
The Up Side of Downs will hold a special reception, presentation and movie screening in celebration of the third annual Cleveland Down Syndrome Day. The Oct. 12 event is free to attend, but registration is required. ...
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5 Tips to Teach Cooking skills to Individuals with Special Needs

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
July 25, 2016
Anna Moyer is a Ph.D. student in human genetics and has a younger brother with Down syndrome. She created the “Your Special Chef” visual recipe website as a high school project. She provides some advice on how to make cooking fun and safe for people with special needs. ...
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Autism Safety Fair this Weekend

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
June 23, 2016
The community safety fair, held in Independence, provides an opportunity for people with autism and their families to engage with first responders while accessing safety resources in a safe, fun and family-friendly environment. There will be free resources and tools to help keep your child safe. Find out how to prepare for an emergency, meet your local first responders, get information about community safety programs, tour emergency vehicles, and receive swim and water safety lessons. ...
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Support Through Camp: Specialty Camps Meet the Unique Needs of Kids

By Kalena Arif
May 29, 2016
To most families, the end of a school year is synonymous with going to summer camp, where kids engage in new experiences, make new friends and create life-long memories. Some parents are finding there are unique camps around Northeast Ohio offering much more than the traditional fun activities. ...
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