Author: Ashlie Baker

  Free Sibling Journal Download The Sibling Project at the Utah Parent Center is excited to announce The Sibling Journal. This journal is a collaborative initiative from the Utah Parent […]

  Cultivate Friendships this Summer For children with or without disabilities, social friendships are important. Community and social interactions benefit our children in various ways and can enhance mental and […]

  Understanding the Crisis Cycle The Crisis Escalation cycle is a tool that can help us understand how our emotions work during times of big upsets. It can help us […]

  Summer Vacation Planning Tips Planning a summer vacation is always exciting, and it can be just as fun when traveling with loved ones with special needs. You can ensure […]

  UPC’s Sibling Project The Sibling Project is the newest project to the Utah Parent Center. Our goal is to support and empower siblings navigating the complex landscape of living […]

  Prioritizing Mental Health for Caregivers May marks Mental Health Awareness Month. In previous years, we have shared valuable information about how we, as caregivers, can support our loved ones […]

  History of Mother’s Day The month of May symbolizes renewal and joy.  It is also the month that we celebrate mothers and motherhood.   Mother’s Day became an official […]

  Charting the LifeCourse Charting the LifeCourse This tool helps individuals with disabilities explore areas of life where they can make choices and decisions. Charting the LifeCourse also helps identify […]

  Programs for Infants Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Communication and language development starts at birth – long before a child’s first words. Upon diagnosis of any type […]

  5 Autism Awareness Facts The Utah Parent Center is excited to announce the release of an invaluable web-based resource with information and resources for people with autism at all […]

  Academic Regression Academic regression is a term used to describe when students experience a loss of skills they had previously mastered. Our students with diverse abilities, such as learning […]

  Pro Se Checklist & Guide At the age of 18, the state of Utah deems an individual a legal adult, even if that person is impaired, either by a […]