Autism and Sleep: How to Help Your Child With Autism Sleep Soundly It can be difficult for children with autism and other special needs to fall asleep and stay asleep at night. Those lost hours of slumber not only take a toll on the children – who may be more irritable and prone to behavior problems – but also on …
Hiring the Right Senior Caregiver
Finding and managing in-home assistance can be a time-consuming and stressful venture for aging adults and their families. Many elders requiring long-term care rely on family members to help them, but approximately one-third of seniors get help from paid caregivers. With so many different options and places to look for the perfect caregiver, it may take some time, research, and …
Transition to Adulthood: Home Modifications for Young Adults with Special Needs
Most parents become empty nesters at some point, when their kids grow up and move out on their own. But when a child has special needs, there’s a chance that time will never come. That doesn’t mean parents can’t give young adults with disabilities more independence. With some thoughtful modifications, it’s possible to turn your home into a multigenerational space …
Renter’s Rights and Housing Assistance for People with Disabilities
Living independently is a goal for many adult children with disabilities. It’s an important part of having a fulfilling life, and the drive for freedom exists regardless of ability. Medical advancements, supportive therapies, and architectural trends have made it possible for adult children with special needs to not only live, but thrive among their peers. Read more about the renter’s …
Creating a Home Atmosphere of Solitude to Help Cope with Adult Autism
When you’re on the autism spectrum, the qualities that make up a soothing home atmosphere require a lot more consideration. As those diagnosed in childhood grow into adults, they may discover that the specific daily challenges they run into are changing, but the need to have a tranquil living space remains ever-important. In this guide, we will discuss the modifications …
Guide to Student Disability Protections and Plans
Parents of students with disabilities may have a lot of questions when sending their children to school. Will the school adequately support their child? What laws are put in place to ensure their safety and success? To help answer some of these questions and more, our team created a guide that is directed primarily toward parents of students with disabilities, …
Exciting New App Helps Kids with Special Needs Speak through Play
Speech Blubs is a video- and voice-based app constructed with the purpose to boost children’s imitation and speaking abilities through play. Read More.
What are Adaptive Sports for people with disabilities?
People with disabilities are capable of anything they set their minds to — and sports are no exception. Adaptive sports, otherwise known as para-sports or sports for people with disabilities, are just that. These sports promote mobility, community and excitement while offering physical benefits for people with disabilities. Adaptive sports span a broad spectrum, from mild modifications on traditional games to …
34 Great Jobs for People with Disabilities
Good jobs for people with disabilities are possible to find. No matter what type of disability you might have, you can discover the satisfaction that often comes from realizing—and using—your strongest abilities and skills. Besides, more and more organizations are now actively creating jobs for disabled people. In fact, great opportunities can be found within nearly every industry. Learn More
Tips for Parents of Children with Disabilities who want them to succeed in School
When it comes to disability and inclusion, despite good intentions, many schools don’t know what they don’t know. Also, only 61% of students with disabilities get a high school degree — so it is up to people with disabilities, and their loved ones, to educate and advocate for disability inclusion and success. This is especially true when enabling children with …