ADVOCACY FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Learn about the types of programs available for students with special needs. Regardless of the disability there is a program available for everyone.

Many parents struggle with understanding the educational maze that is put forth when they identify that their child has some learning challenges.

Autistic spectrum disorders are becoming more commonplace among pupils in today's schools. Less commonplace are educators adequately equipped to handle children with autistic spectrum disorders.

The HYH Rise Awards gives recognition to individuals and organizations that are making an impact in the special needs community through media and entertainment works.

Have a child and want to do something extra special for them on Valentine's Day? These tips will boost your child's confidence and have them smiling from ear to ear!

How would you feel if you knew your child suffered with...something...but didn't know what it was? In this must-read chat with director, Erik Linthorst, describes his journey to discovering the right route in helping his sensory sensitive son.

Misconceptions about autism spectrum disorders are extremely common. This article clarifies and debunks many of the popular misunderstandings about this common condition.

Preparing for a baby with Down Syndrome lets you know what to expect and some of the things you should do before and after your baby is born.

While your child with Down syndrome will most certainly have challenges that other children do not have, and while you will have some adjusting to do, Down syndrome, of all the developmental disabilities a child can have, is relatively manageable.

What do you think when you hear the word "Advocate?" Do you think fight, battle or even stress? These feelings could be harming the effectiveness of your advocacy at your child's next case conference.

International Advocates for Children vision is to strive to guard the fundamental needs of the world orphan population by engaging in advocacy, education, problem analysis, and the development of solutions based on sound research.

1 out of 5 Americans today suffer from some sort of learning disability. This document will define the characteristics of such a diagnosis, and explore a variety of research including: symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, prognosis, and support systems.

Parents with children who display Aspergers syndrome are often frustrated and do not know where to turn for help. There are special schools, summer camps, informational sites, and support groups for parents of children with Aspergers Syndrome.

Overview of the history of special education in America, current public laws including LRE, FAPE, importance of the IEP and assessment of culturally and linguistically diverse clients.

The practice of inclusion as an education model is debated and misunderstood. This article defines inclusion, examines arguments for and against it, and explores the positive impact inclusion can have on children's learning.

Our nation has a high life expectancy meaning that there are an increasing number of elderly that need to be serviced in many ways. Grads in gerontology are prepared to assist the elderly at many junctures of their daily lives.