Connecting with Others
“Why do you talk like that?” I heard the question come from behind me as I helped another child in the Sunday school class. “It’s just the way I am.” … read more
Article Category: Special Needs
Children with Special Needs Family Resource Fair
Meet the organizations participating in the 2020 Children with Special Needs Family Resource Fair – A Virtual Event, presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, on Saturday, October 3, 2020, at … read more
Special Needs Schooling
The recent shift in South Florida to schooling at home was a struggle for many families, but it posed a particular challenge for students with special needs. Students with an … read more
Embracing Camp
At age 6, Kim Kelly paid her first visit to a special needs residential camp. It was an experience she and her family will never forget. Until then, she had … read more
Special Needs – Let’s Get Physical
In Miami-Dade County, a child with special needs has the opportunity to do just about any activity any child can do. Organizations from Miami-Dade Parks to the Special Olympics offer … read more
Season’s Heedings
We’ve entered the season of Merry and Bright. People ringing bells in front of the grocery store, carolers bursting into song, bright lights, smells of cookies, and festive sweaters are … read more
Accessible Arts In Miami-Dade
The arts and entertainment season will soon be in full swing. Children of all ages are excited to see what’s coming to the stage and screen to delight the senses. … read more
Accessible Arts In Broward
The arts and entertainment season will soon be in full swing. Children of all ages are excited to see what’s coming to the stage and screen to delight the senses. … read more
New Miami-Dade Facilities Meet Kids’ Special Needs
From private and public programs to sensory-friendly theater performances, more agencies and organizations are meeting the special needs of children and adults with disorders ranging from autism to Asperger’s syndrome. … read more
Autism, a biological disorder?
– Sponsored Content – Have you ever seen in the wild an obese giraffe, a lion with asthma or a zebra with cancer? It’s kind of funny to even imagine … read more