Anissa
Services For Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities
What are Early Intervention programs and does your child qualify?
IEP Procedural Safeguards – New Changes in the IDEA Act
In July of 2009 new rules were put into place in the IDEA Act, and from how I read these changes, they favor the child (and us parents).
One of the changes is in the Procedural Safeguards: Due Process Procedures for Parents and Students (Subpart E). All parents of children with Individualized Education Plans [...]
Make Summer Special For Your Special Needs Child
While summer break is a time all kids should look forward to, summertime can often be difficult for special needs kids. For children with disabilities, school isn't only about academics, it is also a time when they have access to friends and programs that may not be so readily available during the summer break. [...]
Do You Use Play As Therapy?
Play therapy is one of the most effective ways of learning for children, especially in their younger years.
When our PIP Counselor would come out to our house, she would bring all kinds of books and toys to help teach different tasks that had to do with listening or speech. One of those tasks was to [...]
Are Budget Cuts Taking Needed Services Away From Your Child?
Have you found yourself wondering how you will get your child the services they need with all the budget cuts? Its not your place to find money, its the schools problem. Know Your Child's Rights.
Attending Your First IEP Meeting
Having an IEP is an important part of your childs education. Make sure that you come as prepared as you can. Ask your PIP counselor if he/she can help you with possible questions or a better understanding of what will be covered.
Special Needs Kids And Pets
Special needs children typically do good with pets. Pets provide love, security, and stability for children.
Early Intervention: Automatic Qualifiers, part III
Children with developmental disorders have a chance that they may be able to receive services from the Early Intervention Program. Check your local EIP for more information.
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