Swimming Lessons for Children With Special Needs
Just because a child has special needs doesn’t mean he cannot to learn to swim, says Ronda Brodsky, the aquatics director at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield, and author of Aquatastic:...
View ArticleFinding a Service Dog for Your Child’s Needs
Have a child with special needs or who could use assistance due to a disability? Service dogs can be a great option to offer guidance, support and even opportunities for more independence. If you’re...
View ArticleHow Much Life Insurance Do You Need? Find Out!
Life’s critical moments – marriage, the birth of a child, the purchase of a new home – are the impetus for many to seek out life insurance. Of all these milestones, having a baby is the number one...
View ArticleThe Power of Parent-to-Parent Time
Ten mothers with 10 powerful messages shared their best life lessons about raising a child with a disability while a roomful of moms parenting younger children silently but eagerly absorbed each and...
View ArticleMetro Parent Top Teacher Awards 2016
Even as an adult, we’re sure you can still remember an educator that impacted your life in some way – whether it was helping you learn a new language or helping you with your self-esteem. Teachers...
View ArticleFinding the Right Dentist for Kids with Special Needs
Taking care of your child’s teeth and gums is an important part of their overall health, but visiting the dentist can be daunting for some kids – especially those who have special needs. Children can...
View ArticleWhen Parents Play Favorites Among Their Children
Cinderella is probably the classic case of favoritism gone bad. She lived the life of a scullery maid while her stepsisters lounged around, ordered her about and attended all of the hot events –...
View ArticleFinding a ‘Special’ Place of Worship
It’s Sunday morning at Sacred Heart Byzantine Catholic Church in Livonia, and Karen Wang and her sons claim their usual seats in the front row. Wang always comes to church with three bags. The largest...
View ArticleResources for Children With Special Needs in Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor
Finding resources for children with special needs can be challenging. But, if you live in metro Detroit or the greater Ann Arbor area, there are various programs and resources nearby to help your child...
View ArticleBest Vacation Spots for Kids with Special Needs and Families
Are you looking to take your child with special needs on vacation? It can be tough for parents to find a destination that won’t give their child sensory overload or make them feel uncomfortable with...
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