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Tuesday, November 1,2011
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Life Of Reagan
Through Her Poignant Blog, One NYC Mom Has Captured The Heart (And Often The Humor) Of Raising A Child With A Rare Disability
First thing’s first. Reagan Breinholt writes an amazing blog.
Wednesday, October 26,2011
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Educating The Autistic Child
What’s A School Day Like When Every Student Has Autism?
On a brisk Monday morning in a classroom in Chelsea, ten children are gathered in a
semi-circle singing “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.”
Wednesday, October 26,2011
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Where Your Child Fits In
Two Experts Pull Back The Curtain On The World Of Special Needs Education In NYC
As if negotiating the special
education process isn’t daunting enough, frequent reorganizations to the NYC
Department of Education and recent changes to local procedures may leave city
parents w
Friday, February 18,2011
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A Playhouse Of Their Own
Now In Seven Cities, The Next Stop For GiGi's Playhouse Is New York
The Down syndrome education and awareness center GiGi's Playhouse is coming to NYC--thanks to two impassioned local moms.
Thursday, February 17,2011
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Finding A Special School
From Recognizing Early Signs Of Developmental Delays To Deciding Between Public And Private Institutions, Author And Educator Laurie Dubos Offers Advice For Navigating The Landscape of Special Needs Education In New York City
Author and educator Laurie Dubos offers advice for parents about maneuvering New York City's special needs education system.
Thursday, February 17,2011
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Classes For Kids With Special Needs
These days, more and more of the city’s activity centers and sports programs are offering classes designed for children with special needs.
Thursday, October 28,2010
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20 Things To Know If Your Child Has Special Needs
From Where To Go To What To Read To Giving Yourself A Much-Deserved Break, A Mom Of Two Shares Her Wisdom About Raising Children With Developmental Challenges
Having a child with special needs in the city can seem daunting and difficult. Here are 20 tips gleaned from experience.
Thursday, October 28,2010
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My Incredibly Ordinary Life
An NYC Mom Who Has Cerebral Palsy Discusses The Joys And Challenges Of Parenting With A Disability
My husband Steve and I both have cerebral palsy. Steve walks with canes, and uses a motorized scooter outside the house, whereas my speech is most affected by the CP. We joke that I am the Legs of the House and he is Speaker of the House.
Thursday, October 28,2010
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Understanding The Special Needs Landscape In NYC
Parents Of Children With Special Needs Face A Maze Of Evaluations, Programs And Services. Here’s Some Expert Advice
For city parents who suspect their child has a developmental delay, there’s good news—the city offers a wealth of free services for children with special needs, and there are also many experienced professionals in private practice in the city who work with children with special needs. But the bureaucracy around special needs can be confusing and overwhelming, so we asked a few local experts for their guidance.
Thursday, March 25,2010
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Have A Child With A Special Need?
Here Are Some Local Resources That Can Help
For city parents who think that their child may have some kind of problem—be it developmental, physical, or emotional—the most important thing is to take your child to a developmental pediatrician or clinical psychologist for an evaluation.
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