Guardianship
Guardianship Defined What is guardianship? If an individual is unable to make his/her own decisions and care for themselves independently, they can be deemed incapacitated by a judge and have…
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Advocacy Voting Tips Advocacy is the act of speaking on behalf of, or in support of, another person, place, thing, or issue. It is an activity engaged in by individuals…
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Tips for Trick or Treating Success Autumn is upon us and with that, memories of colorful fall leaves crunching beneath our feet, the smell of pumpkin spice greeting us at…
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National Employment Awareness Month In 1945, Congress established the first week of October as the Employ the Physically Handicapped Week. In 1998 the word “physically” was removed and the name…
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Introduction to Dyslexia The Mayo Clinic characterizes Dyslexia as a learning disorder that involves reading difficulty due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and…
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Trusting Partnerships with Professionals Trust between parents and educational professionals is crucial in developing effective partnerships. Fear, difference in values, inaccurate or false information and the feeling of betrayal are…
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The Section 504 Plan School can be a stressful environment for your child and can also be a time of vulnerability. Appropriate accommodations and modifications can reduce stress and assist…
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“When you give other people the gift of your attention and empathy, it makes them feel understood and they become more open to hearing what’s on your mind.” Dr. Michael Nichols…
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National Suicide Prevention Month All month long professionals, community advocates, and survivors come together to bring awareness to shift public perception of suicide and spread hope and information to those…
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Reasons Why Your Child May be Refusing to Attend School Transitioning back to school after the summer break can be challenging for families, as some parents may be faced with…
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How Household Chores Benefit Youth Performing household chores helps children of all ages and abilities learn important skills and builds self-worth and character. Research suggests that a child as young…
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Person-Centered Planning Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is a way of planning services and supports to help a child, youth, or adult with disabilities achieve their goals and get the life they…
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