Siblings in a special needs family
5:14 PM - April 23
Sometimes siblings of special needs kids feel left out, or super responsible. Chicago has some great resources for balancing your parenting when you have children with different needs.
An illustrated guide to executive functioning disorder
5:19 PM - February 20
When occupational therapist Jill Rigby found herself in meeting after meeting trying to explain executive functioning disorder to parents, she started writing it down instead.
Graduating from college, despite intellectual disabilities
5:09 PM - February 20
Shepherds College in Union Grove, Wis., gives kids with intellectual disabilities the chance to get a higher education.
Love, marriage and special needs
5:00 PM - February 20
It takes work, but couples can survive a disability.
Website helps with logistics for traveling with special needs kids
2:43 PM - February 20
Michell Haase has traveled around the world with her 19-year-old daughter, a Paralympic hopeful. In 2011, Haase left her job to start TravelinWheels, a website that serves those who looking for accessible travel.
Five travel ideas for families with kids on the autism spectrum
2:41 PM - February 20
Traveling with kids with autism is possible and fun - with some careful planning.
Rising above disabilities, student thrives at Elmhurst College
5:12 PM - July 20
After the lecture, I quickly raise my hand to go first in the presentations. Maneuvering my way to the front, I deliver my speech flawlessly. If I don't demand excellence out of myself, who will?
Asperger's diagnosis in hand, Chicago family finds 'perfection'
5:08 PM - July 20
Were we devastated by the news that our son has Asperger's? No, not at all. We were relieved.
Ideas for a day in the sun for kids with special needs
4:53 PM - July 20
It’s particularly crucial for kids with disabilities to get out and get moving. Get started with these ideas to build a day of outdoor play.
Theater opportunities expanding for children with autism in Chicago
4:22 PM - July 20
Chicago Children's Theatre has created was a theater experience where kids on the spectrum are free to be who they are.
