Finding the perfect gift for a developmentally delayed adult can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re looking for something that’s both practical and meaningful. Whether it’s for a birthday, ...

I don’t want you to dread your parent teacher conferences. I really don’t. I get it–as both a seasoned special education advocate, and an IEP parent myself, I get it. It’s not always fun or ...

I’m sad that we’re not going to see some family members this Christmas. But I have to admit, I’m a little excited at being able to break some bad habits. Some parts of our family exchange a lot of ...

The world of 504 plans can be confusing—what do they actually offer, and how do you ensure your child is getting the support they need? Whether you’re exploring a 504 plan for the first time or trying ...

Navigating the IEP process can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. You know your child deserves more, but figuring out how to get there? That’s a whole different story. Whether you ...

“I want my child in an ABA program.” ABA therapies are very popular (and controversial). Many parents want their child in an ABA Therapy Program at school or to receive ABA therapy during school hours ...

“My heart just hurt for him last year when you wouldn’t meet us at Red Lobster for his big 75th birthday.” That was from my stepmother. A few weeks ago, my dad turned 76. We did the very Pennsylvania ...

Teens and adults with autism can be so hard to buy for! This post was crowd-sourced from my friends, the Facebook Page, and what I could pull from Twitter. If you are buying a gift for autistic adults ...

Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by coloring some Christmas-themed pages? Christmas coloring pages have become increasingly popular, ...

But, a successful parent-teacher conference can be a 15-minute snippet of valuable face-to-face time that we don’t often get with our teachers. Here are some parent-teacher meeting tips to reduce ...

The special education system is rigged against parents. It’s not your imagination. It is not an even playing field. Lately, I’ve been feeling very deflated. I have written to several people I know in ...