Category: Health & Wellness
Information on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.
Things I Wish I Knew on Folic Acid
As a mom of a child with Spina Bifida there are a lot of things I wish I knew. Like I wish I knew I was going to have such a sweet little GoGo (that’s the name for her wheelchair) user before I bought a house with 15 stairs straight up. I wish I knew that it was Read More
Social Emotional Learning, Part 1: The Importance of Compassionate Schools
A Brief Overview: OSPI has introduced a five-segment training program for school staff focused on Social-Emotional Learning. This program is designed to help school staff understand their roles in promoting students’ self-awareness, self-management, social-awareness, relationships, and responsible decision-making. This program encourages staff to use trouble moments as opportunities to understand unmet needs – meeting these moments Read More
Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities
A Brief Overview: Preparing for an emergency is crucial for all families, especially those that have loved ones with special needs. Here is the general overview of the essentials: Educate yourself on the potential situations that may impact your family and community resources available if an emergency occurs. Make a personalized plan for your family. Read More
Mumps Outbreak – Be Aware
Washington State is experiencing a Mumps outbreak. Here are some important facts about Mumps, some preventative measures, what to do if a family member gets Mumps and the counties that are hardest hit. The following information is from the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases: What is Mumps? Mumps is an acute viral disease that is Read More