SEL for All Ages
Social and Emotional Learning for All Ages Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a process by which young people and adults acquire skills of managing emotions, learning empathy for others…
Healthcare Transition
Healthcare Transition Does your young adult know what to do in a health emergency? If they have a chronic condition, do they know how to make the shift to an…
Maintaining Employment
Maintaining Employment There are dedicated resources available to help individuals with disabilities find and maintain employment. Vocational Rehabilitation (Voc Rehab or VR), a division of Workforce Services, supports individuals with…
Successful Community Participation
Tips for Successful Community Participation Those who take care of a loved one with special needs know that venturing out into new public spaces and venues during the summer may…
The Importance of Reading
Reading Enjoyment for All Levels Reading is crucial to your child’s success. The skill of reading not only helps with academic success but also provides many benefits. For instance, reading…
Extended School Year (ESY)
All About Extended School Year Services in Special Education Some students in special education are eligible for what’s known as Extended School Year (ESY) services, which are provided beyond the…
S.M.A.R.T Goals
S.M.A.R.T Goals June is a good time to stop and look at the progress you have made on the goals you set for this year. Hopefully, the goals you set…
Power of Attorney
POWER OF ATTORNEY: An Alternative to Guardianship What is a power of attorney? Another alternative to guardianship is a Power of Attorney document. A Power of Attorney is a legal…