Families can formally request a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) when a student’s behavior interferes with learning. This process helps schools identify the root causes of behavioral challenges and develop a Read More
Category: Health & Wellness
Information on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.
School Support Plans for Deployment-Tips for Parents
When a military parent deploys, children—especially those with disabilities—may show changes in behavior, emotions, or learning. With the right support at home and school, these transitions can become opportunities to Read More
Parents, Navigate Adapted Physical Education, IEPs, and 504 Plans
Overview Full article Physical Education (PE) is part of school for all students and may be particularly important for your student with a disability. What are the ways in which Read More
Youth, Explore Adapted Physical Education in Your IEP or 504 Plan
Overview Full article Why is physical education important? How is it helpful to me, as an individual with a disability? Classes can teach you to care for your body and Read More
Stay Cool When Summer Heats Up
Summertime brings special challenges for families whose children have special needs. Some medical conditions and medications make individuals particularly susceptible to the heat. Be sure to check with your doctor Read More
Developmental Screening (Birth to Three and Medically needed developmental screening)
What is Developmental Screening? Developmental screening is the practice of systematically looking for and monitoring signs that a young child may be delayed in one or more areas of development. Read More
Understanding Epilepsy: Facts, History, and Support
Epilepsy is a brain condition that causes people to have seizures. There are many different types of seizures, and each person’s experience with epilepsy can be different. Today, doctors have Read More
Families and Youth Have a Voice on Mental Health Matters Through FYSPRT
A Brief Overview Full Article Parents and young people who struggle with emotional distress, mental illness and/or substance-use disorder can feel powerless to affect change in a complicated medical system. Read More
Summer is coming! Camps for Individuals with Disabilities
What offers kids, youth, and young adults the chance to try new things, build life skills, meet new people, and succeed? Summer camp! And it comes with a bonus gift, Read More
How to Have Good Communication with Your Child or Youth’s Doctor
When your child is impacted by chronic healthcare needs or disability it can be very important to learn to talk with the healthcare professionals that work with your child. Having Read More
Understanding the Health Impacts of Measles
According to the American Pediatric Association, measles was eliminated in the United States in 2000, when there was a year without recording an endemic spread of the virus. Measles is Read More
Does My Child Need a Medical Action Plan?
Medical action plans are for situations where a child has a life-threatening illness or condition, when medication needs to be taken on schedule, and/or they need to be monitored for Read More
Holiday Survival Tips For Families with Special Healthcare Needs
Every family experiences holidays and end-of-year transitions differently. This article provides a sampling of ideas for families with children (of any age) experiencing special healthcare needs or disability. If a Read More
Open Enrollment for Medicaid and Medicare Dual Eligibility
Brief Overview Full Article Open enrollment for Medicaid and Medicare starts on November 1st, 2024 and ends on January 15th, 2025. The annual opportunity to sign up, renew, or change Read More
What is a Medical Home?
Brief Overview Medical Home: What is it? Does my child need one? A medical home creates a coordinated team and a coordinated care plan around all your child’s medical needs. Read More