Developmental Disability Awareness Developmental disabilities awareness refers to the education and understanding of various conditions that affect the physical, intellectual, and emotional development of some individuals. It is important to…
DetailsBenefits of Music Therapy Music therapy can be a powerful tool for students with disabilities. It promotes physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. It may also be used to address…
DetailsWorld Hearing Day World Hearing Day, celebrated on March 3rd is an important opportunity to raise awareness about hearing loss and its impact on children and to promote early detection…
DetailsGuardianship & the Alternatives As caregivers, we want the best for our youth as they transition to adulthood. It can be challenging and emotional to know what is the best…
DetailsMental Health – More Than Just a Bad Day? The Winter season with the lack of sunlight can be difficult for many. Everyone has bad days now and then, including…
DetailsRare Disease Awareness Each year, the rare disease community comes together to raise awareness for the 30 million Americans impacted by rare diseases. The next RDD will fall on Tuesday,…
DetailsEye Health & Vision Resources Source from The Utah Children’s Care Coordination Network (UCCCN): The eyes are our window to the world. We should take care of them. Our children’s…
DetailsWHY SURROGATE PARENTS ARE NEEDED Every child who receives special education services needs to have a parent participate as a member of the IEP team to advocate for the child.…
DetailsAids & Classroom Support Paraeducators have become more prominent in the educational system and are often working directly with our students in special education. It is important to define what…
Details2022 UPC Annual Report 2022 was certainly a busy and productive year at the Utah Parent Center. We served more families in 2022 than the Utah Parent Center has in…
DetailsHow is Your School Performing in Special Education? Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), states are required to report the progress of students with disabilities in essential areas…
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