The Medical Home Portal: A Guide on Navigating Complex Medical Systems The Medical Home Portal, a comprehensive online resource, has become an invaluable tool for families, healthcare providers, and state […]
Dinner Table Syndrome: A Hidden Struggle for Inclusion Among Deaf/Hard of Hearing Individuals The holidays are coming up and that means more family gatherings around the table. These situations can […]
Cultivating Gratitude While Caring for a Child with a Disability Gratitude is a powerful tool, especially when life feels heavy. For parents of children with disabilities, practicing gratitude doesn’t mean […]
Meet Melissa Teemant Introducing Melissa Teemant, Utah Parent Center’s (UPC) dedicated youth-in-care parent consultant. She is vital in providing support, information, and training to youth in care with disabilities, their […]
Understanding Guardianship for Young Adults: Is It the Right Choice? Guardianship is designed for individuals who are incapacitated. Incapacity is determined by a judge and is based on a person’s […]
Helping Siblings to Cope with Disability Meltdowns Meltdowns can be overwhelming events for everyone in the family, especially for siblings of a child with disabilities. Often, parents focus on calming […]
National Audiology Awareness Month Article contributed by Stephanie Browning McVicar, Au.D., CCC-A, Doctor of Audiology Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (EHDI); Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Public Health Initiative; Children’s Hearing Aid Program […]
World Mental Health Day & Self-Advocacy Every year on October 10th, the world observes World Mental Health Day, a vital reminder of the importance of mental well-being. This year’s theme […]
As a parent, navigating your child’s IEP (Individualized Education Program) can sometimes feel overwhelming. But remember, you are not alone in this process! Communication with your child’s IEP team is […]
Adapting Fall Fun As the vibrant colors of fall arrive, many families look forward to enjoying outdoor activities and seasonal traditions. For families of children with disabilities, participating in these […]
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Transition IEP: Are you Ready? Do you have the skills to use your voice to advocate for your choices while at school? Starting your High School years can be scary. […]
