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What is Re-Evaluation and Does My Child Need One?

What is Re-Evaluation and Does My Child Need One?

What happens after your child is evaluated and their IEP is established? Learn what re-evaluation is, why it's valuable and when to have it done.

Dr. Liz Matheis
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Family Budgeting: Three Freebies You May Not Know About

As a parent of a child with special needs, you know how difficult budgeting around insurance deductibles can be. Here are 3 freebies you may not know about.

Jamie Sumner
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The Journey of the Special Needs Parent

You may feel out of control right now, but keep in mind that your experience as a parent is very much influenced by your perceptions of parenting and your experience of being parented.

Dr. Liz Matheis
Here’s How Our Family Thrives During Holiday Vacations

Here’s How Our Family Thrives During Holiday Vacations

Holiday vacations are weird and stressful, but also maybe a little wonderful. You have to run towards the wonderful part head-on so you don’t miss it.

Jamie Sumner

Choosing a Child Psychological Evaluation: School Based vs. Independent

A psychological evaluation for your child may tell you information about their strengths and weaknesses, and possibly help gain a support plan in school.

Dr. Liz Matheis

The Decision We Make Every Year for Our Family

Every year, we have to make a decision for our family when we receive an invoice for what is basically a rental fee for a small storage space in a tank filled with liquid nitrogen.

Jamie Sumner
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5 Tips for Managing Your Kid’s Halloween Candy

There are many opinions out there about how much candy is appropriate for kids. But not every family is the same. These 5 tips may help you find a solution.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
Creating a Positive Home Environment

3 Tips for Creating a Positive Home Environment

With the new school year well underway, use these 3 small changes you can make to your daily routine to help make your home environment a positive one!

Dr. Liz Matheis

A Parent’s Cheat Sheet to the August Jitters

Going back to school after a two month break can be overwhelming for any child. Use these strategies to be able to enjoy the end of the summer and the beginning of a new school year.

Dr. Liz Matheis

The Double-Edged Sword of Independence and Safety

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.

Aimee Sharp
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