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AblePlay – toy rating system for children of all abilities https://www.lekotek.org/images/stories/files/pdf/ableplay_toyguide_FINAL_web.pdf eSpecial Needs Toys https://www.especialneeds.com/shop/special-needs-toys.html Discovery Toys – special needs toy guide http://www.discoverytoys.net/autism-toy-guide/ SpecialNeedsGifts.com – a guide to selecting the right gift http://specialneedsgifts.com/ You can also specifically search for autism suggestions on this site.
Gift Giving Tips Shop by catalog or online with children so they can help to select and anticipate what gifts they will receive. Consider giving gifts one at a time, before and after the holiday, when there is less noise, fewer distractions and more time for the child to focus … Read More »
Think Ahead and Establish New Traditions Plan how you can meet your family’s needs and set realistic expectations. Forgive yourself if the holiday is not “perfect,” and traditional. Modify celebrations to accommodate to your family’s needs. You may have to adapt your home, menu, schedule and family traditions in order to make … Read More »
Dr. Erica R. Holding has a Ph.D. in Psychology and a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Dr. Holding provides early diagnosis and ABA therapy for children, parent training and family support. This article is based on her many years of working with families … Read More »
As you enjoy Halloween with your grandchildren, here are some suggestions about how to keep them safe: Practice trick or treating before Halloween to prevent meltdowns if they don’t receive their favorite candy. Remind them there will be many homes to visit. Costumes can be scratchy and uncomfortable to wear. … Read More »
Provided by Laura Simmons-Martinez, Technology Project Director Team of Advocates for Special Kids, task@taskca.org AblePlay This easy to understand toy rating system for children of all abilities from the National Lekotek Center focuses on the developmental areas of physical, sensory, communicative, cognitive, and social/emotional abilities of a child. AblePlay evaluations … Read More »
TSA PASSENGER SUPPORT SPECIALISTS are available to families who are traveling with people with special needs. Families that are concerned about the check point process or that need special accommodation can ask a TSA officer or supervisor for a Passenger Support Specialist who will provide on-the spot assistance. A Passenger … Read More »
Add locks for security or to limit access to potentially dangerous areas. Safety locks may be needed on bathroom, kitchen and laundry room cabinets. Cover over electrical outlets and limit access to electrical appliances. Provide gates or barriers to prevent falling down steps or to limit access to certain areas. … Read More »
Whether you reside in or near Orange County, California or plan to visit the area, there are a number of inexpensive things to do and places to visit with grandchildren. Some similar types of attractions may also be available in other communities. Check online for hours of operation, admission fees, … Read More »
A free, lifetime pass – available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States that have been medically determined to have a permanent disability – that provides access to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies. At many sites the Access Pass provides the pass owner a discount on Expanded … Read More »
