Special Needs

Given that this is a new experience for both families and children, Kelly Matthias, intervention specialist at Begindergarten from Julie Billiart Schools in Brecksville, says, “One thing I like to

LiveSpecial.com, a project of Jewish Women in Action, is a one-stop guide to services for individuals with special needs, their families and caregivers. read more

Birthday parties can be difficult for our family as we have a son with disabilities. Frequently, no one comes to his birthday parties, and if my daughter has a birthday

By Lynn B. Johnson, MFA, APR

The playground is a great place to spend time in the summer.

To make the trip even easier, many playgrounds are accessible for children

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities, mcbdd.org

Family vacations are about making memories, spending time together, and enjoying new experiences. If you have a child with developmental differences, planning

A sensory break allows for time to decompress, reset, and receive the input necessary to feel more regulated. Also known as a brain break or movement break, when a child

by Cuts N Curls Staff

Families of children with special needs often become experts at planning ahead. A simple outing that many people take for granted can require careful preparation,

by Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities, mcbdd.org

As parents of young children with developmental disabilities, you do everything we can to help your children navigate the world safely and