Special Needs

Special Needs

Reading Time: Books About Developmental Disabilities and Inclusion

Read with your children to educate them about developmental disabilities and other special needs. Here’s a list of children’s books aimed at early readers. This can help your kids better understand others or if they want to read about a person just like them.  ...
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Apps For Kids With Special Needs 

 From helping them with communication skills, daily tasks, understanding others’ emotions and more, there are many educational apps that can help children with special needs. If you’re a parent or

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Mark Your Calendars: Northeast Ohio Transition Expo

Starting at age 14, your child needs to start planning what the future might look like.  For resources to help their journey into adulthood, mark your calendars for the 2026

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Stephanie Gordon Scholarship — Northern Ohio Branch of the International Dyslexia Association

Dyslexia is a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word reading. It often also impacts spelling. Dyslexia is the result of differences in how the brain

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When Haircuts Are Hard — Understanding Sensory Sensitivities in Children

Sensory sensitivity occurs when a child’s nervous system processes everyday sensory input— such as sound, touch, smell, or movement —more intensely than expected. A haircut brings many of these sensations

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sensory friendly events in Ohio

Find Your People: Special Needs Support Groups

While parenting a child with special needs can be an incredibly rewarding journey, it also comes with unique challenges that can sometimes feel isolating. Here is a list of many organizations in Northeast Ohio that offer in-person support groups for parents of children with special needs. ...
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Finding Your Way: Navigating a Diagnosis in Early Childhood

For families who have received a special needs diagnosis, building a care team and creating your village are all critical steps in getting your child a head start on the care they need, while also helping to prevent burnout. As every child has a different path, here are some basics on navigating the process.  ...
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Parenting with a Disability

According to a 2024 report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office, an estimated 3 million parents with children age 5 and under have a reported disability. We talk about the parental rights and support services for raising a child while having special needs. ...
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Read the 2025-2026 Issue of LiveSpecial.com Magazine

 This year’s LiveSpecial.com, an annual magazine for our inclusive community, "Access for All" features stories on accessibility resources and support at every stage. Find sensory-friendly options, technology tools, education, caregiving, travel tips and more! ...
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Navigating Babysitting for Children With Special Needs: Tips and Resources

When you’re stepping into the role of a babysitter for children with special needs, it’s essential to understand their unique strengths and challenges. You’ll need effective communication skills and a

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