As parents, there are many things outside our control. We might try to enforce our schedules and desires, but our children are their own...

Summer is a great time to relax, have fun, and try to make as many memories as possible during these short months. For parents...

As a parent of a child with disabilities, thinking about your child’s future after you are gone might seem overwhelming — and even a...

Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can be a real whirlwind of emotions. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed, uncertain, maybe even a...

Playdates are great for both kids and parents. They break up the monotony of the day and add scheduled time for socialization and play....

For many kids, summer is the best time for outdoor activities and spending time with peers. For children on the autism spectrum, summer might...

We are our children’s biggest cheerleaders. We root for them, protect them, teach them, and advocate for them. All children need people who have...

It’s hard to believe spring break is right around the corner. Wasn’t Christmas just yesterday?! But here we find ourselves, gearing up for longer...

Communication is a vital part of our day-to-day lives. It is how we connect with others, express our thoughts and feelings, and learn more...

Run. Jump. Swim. Climb. Hop. Skip. Pedal. Physical activities such as this have tremendous value for both young and old alike. Exercise gets our...

You want to do all that you can for your family, but being a “superparent” to a child with special needs can come with...

It’s hard to believe it’s already that time of year for fall decorations, bonfires, football games and Halloween preparations. As parents, we hope Halloween...

The Alex and Ali Foundation website fittingly says in bold letters, Working Toward a Brighter Future — which is exactly what they are doing....

Local nonprofit Today’s Champions is making a difference for the autism community with their programs that benefit people with autism. The organization was founded...

Special Olympics Indiana is so much more than a sporting competition. This organization has a vision of an inclusive world for all driven by...

It is said that a dog is man’s best friend, and we can see why. Dogs are loyal, faithful companions who love to be...

Individuals with disabilities encounter barriers and challenges that many others don’t. As a result of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act of...

Going to summer camp can be the highlight of any kid’s summer. Camp is where kids learn many life skills that they will take...

Howdy Homemade Ice Cream in downtown Indianapolis is scooping up the good stuff — not only because they serve great ice cream, but because...

Dental care is important for people of all ages, including kids with special needs. Children with special needs may require more dental services due...

Diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder, Anna Molloy spent more than two years of her life at Riley Hospital for Children. Her parents trained...

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation will host a sensory-friendly trick-or-treat walk on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 1 – 3 p.m. along the Central Park East...

In the United States alone, more than 600 million pairs of shoes are thrown away per year. The materials used to manufacture a pair...

Children’s TherAplay in Carmel is an organization that offers therapy for kids with disabilities — with horsepower. And by horsepower, that is exactly what...

Executive director of Watch Us Farm, Janice M. Agarwal, has worked as a pediatric physical therapist, helping the families of special needs children for...

It’s often hard to know what is going on in our children’s minds. Or maybe they’re acting out suddenly, or self-isolating. Talking with a...

If you have a child in a manual wheelchair, you may have wondered how they will learn the skills needed to help them successfully...

The greater Indianapolis area has a plethora of amazing parks. And on the south side of Indy, visitors can find another great one! Independence...

It’s the time of year for all-things summer. And that means pool parties, popsicles on a hot day, chasing fireflies at night and taking...

One of the most important things visitors to any museum or attraction can do is to prepare for a visit ahead of time by...