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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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Supporting Children with Special Healthcare Needs

By Submitted Content
September 17, 2026

Parenting a child with special healthcare needs brings a unique set of challenges and rewards, and specialty camps can offer valuable support. Every family’s journey is different, but it often

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Read the 2026-2027 Issue of LiveSpecial.com Magazine

By Jewish Women in Action Cleveland (JWA CLE)
September 13, 2026
 This year’s LiveSpecial.com, an annual magazine for all ages in our inclusive community, "Opportunities & Possibilities " features stories on accessibility resources and support at every stage. The magazine is a project from Jewish Women in Action Cleveland (JWA CLE) and published by Northeast Ohio Parent. ...
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Features That Make a School the Right Fit for a Child With ADHD

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
September 1, 2026

To choose a school for a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, families should examine how educators handle attention shifts, delayed task initiation, impulsive behavior, and emotional overload.  read more

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Dyslexia-Inclusive Children’s Book Initiative in Cuyahoga County Libraries

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
August 21, 2026

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

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School Days: 5 Tips to Help Students with Developmental Disabilities

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Parent Staff
August 21, 2026

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.

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Parent Self-Care: ‘You Can’t Fill from an Empty Cup’

By Lynn B. Johnson
August 21, 2026

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

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