What is an ostomy and why is it needed? Always assume competence. That's the lesson Amy, mother to a child with special needs, learned from her young son.

If you’re a mom, I’m going to take a leap and say that you’re pretty exhausted. Do you know why you’re exhausted? Because you’re taking care of everyone.

Sometimes the best thing to do is to get out of your own way. You’re not jumping ship, you are simply making space for the right people at the right time.

Independence is a double-edged sword. Of course, we want our children to grow into independence, but, with a child who has intellectual disabilities, it can backfire.

For kids with special needs, summer time represents transition, good or bad they are hard to handle. Learn 3 strategies to ease into your new summer routine.

Events just don’t happen without us. At the same time, we all wish and pray and work towards independence for our children.

In Northern Michigan jobs are tough to come by, even for our non-disabled child. When you add in an intellectual disability, the search becomes a puzzle.

As parents of a child with special needs, how do you distribute household responsibilities? Here are a few strategies to evenly share tasks so you both feel appreciated.

No matter what ails a child, these hospitals rank among the best in treating sick kids. By Ben Harder | usnews.com The annual U.S. News Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, now in their 13th year, offer guidance to parents seeking the best place for their very sick child. The top 50 medical centers are ranked in… Continue reading Best Children’s Hospitals 2019-2020: Honor Roll and Overview

LifeTown is a place where children can come to play, while learning how to live independently. It offers practice for life in a fun and safe environment.