Posts Tagged ‘specialneeds’
Our Favorite Instruments for Music Therapy
Music Therapy has been proven to help individuals in the disabled and special needs community to strengthen their abilities in all areas of their lives. Whether the individuals needs are…
Read MoreLeft Arm Journey with the Amazing Z-Man
Meet Zachary..He has spastic triplegia cerebral palsy which has affected his hand and motor function on his left side. With help from EaZyHold and occupational therapy, Zachary has made huge strides in…
Read More7 Ways to Make Halloween More Fun for Kids with Special Needs
From Today’s Parent Most kids love Halloween, but kids with disabilities may need a few simple accommodations so they can join in the trick or treating. Small changes to things like where you…
Read MoreDad Builds Amazing Costumes Around Son’s Wheelchair
From USA Today This year’s most epic Halloween costume goes to … Jeremy Scott! Jeremy’s dad, Ryan, created this Ghostbusters masterpiece — a perfectly scaled replica of the Ecto-1 that encompasses Jeremy’s wheelchair.…
Read MoreFive Fun Summer Activities for People of all Abilities
Summer is a fun time; there are vacations, trips to amusement/water parks, camping trips, late night hangouts with friends, and summer camps for kids … there’s a lot to do!…
Read More15 Ways to Help Your Child with Disabilities Transition Back to School
via themighty.com The beginning of a new school year makes me anxious, but not as anxious as it makes my children, who have disabilities. I worry about the teachers. I worry…
Read MoreArtist’s Stunning Photos Shatter Misconceptions About Disabilities
Ceridwen Hughes, a photographer from North Wales, wants the world to view disabilities differently. In an effort to change people’s perspectives, he created a photo project called “We Can…” that…
Read MoreHow to Care for Someone With a Physical Disability
Knowing how to properly care for an individual who has a physical disability can be tough. You want to make sure that you are helping them as much as needed,…
Read MoreChildren with Physical Disabilities: The Importance of Playtime
Playtime is important for the development of any child whether they have a disability or not. You might have a difficult time thinking of activities that a child with a physical…
Read MoreAssistive Devices: A Senior’s Guide to Aging Comfortably at Home
According to AARP, the majority, or 90 percent of seniors would prefer to live out their days at home as they age. In order for seniors to achieve that goal, it…
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