Special Needs

Fun Summer Activities For Kids With Special Needs

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

Profile On: Buttermilk Mountain

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

After the Autism Diagnosis: Helping Your Child Thrive

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...

Stuttering and Speech Therapy Services

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...

Physical Activity and Kids with Special Needs

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

Special Needs: Prevent Parenting Burnout

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

Creating an Inclusive Halloween for Kids

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...

Special Needs Spotlight On: The Alex and Ali Foundation

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

Special Needs: Today’s Champion

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 Needs: The Benefits of Animal Assisted Therapy

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...

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