Nurturing your marriage in a special needs family requires a particular set of skills. We've found some tricks that work for us.

Down syndrome and autism could be a common dual diagnosis. Early autism screening and intervention is crucial for children with Down syndrome.

While a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism can be intimidating, it may help you better understand your child and identify the right therapies.

If your child has complex medical needs, you're no stranger to the hospital. Today my son and I are spending a whole day there doing medical testing.

This webinar has already taken place.  You can view the webinar recording and find the webinar sildes here. — Special Education: Expert and Parent Tips on Advocating for Your Young Child featuring Joanne Lara, MA, CTC Moderate/Severe Education Specialist with personal experiences shared by parents of children in the special education system. Navigating special education programs can… Continue reading Special Education Webinar: Expert and Parent Tips on Advocating For Your Child

Join Shield HealthCare on Wednesday April 27, 2016 for a free webinar on:Social Skills Strategies for Children with Special Needs featuring Dr. Aarti Nair.

Helpful links and resources for families of children with special needs.

Each April 2nd, World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated around the world. Learn more about the Light It Up Blue initiative!

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Written by Thomas K. “I am the father of Alfonso, a 6-year-old boy who was diagnosed with autism when he was two.  I decided to stay at home to help my wife take care of Alfonso, because at the time he was still… Continue reading A Father Shares His Greatest Motivation: Caring for His Son with Autism

Amber Fernbach is a dedicated mom on a mission. As a mother of two special needs children, her son’s Autism was the catalyst for her mission to educate the community about the characteristics of Autism. In her book Jenna’s Brother Has Autism, Amber highlights the need for understanding in sibling peer groups to help educate those… Continue reading Mom Writes A Book To Educate The Community About Autism