Is it a struggle for your child with autism to relax and fall asleep? A therapeutic weighted blanket, also known as a sensory blanket, may be what your child needs to help reduce anxiety. Weighted blankets can help bring a sense of calm. Learn how anxiety and sleep dysregulation can affect children with autism. Find […]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can sometimes have difficulty when it comes to mastering social skills, as well as communication skills. The good news is there are various strategies or tools developed by experts to help people caring for children with ASD so they grow and succeed. Among these tools are the social stories specifically […]
Does the winter weather have you feeling down? Are you tired of dealing with the snow and bitterly cold temperatures? If you are ready to get away for a few days or longer, here are some of the best special needs family vacation spots in 2018! The Skydeck at Willis Tower – Chicago, Illinois You […]
If you are planning your next vacation or trip overseas, then one of the most important things you have to consider is your medication. Whether it’s pills to combat allergies or it’s something more serious like a breathing apparatus, it’s imperative that you understand what it will take to transport your medicine through customs. With […]
6 Latest Advances in Assistive Technology It’s estimated that 48.9 million people in the United States have some sort of disability. 24.1 million people have severe disabilities, and 34.2 million people have a functional limitation, according to the U.S. Census Bureau Survey of Income and Program Participation. As defined by the survey, people who have […]
Employees With Disabilities Are Incredibly High-performing Workers While most people don’t think of it right away, you are going to find that workers with disabilities perform just as well, if not better than you might expect them to, when compared to a regular employee. For example, if you hire somebody with a disability, the first […]
One thing about life is that nothing is free. All of us have to make our own way somehow, and that means that we have to get a job, so we can pay our bills and survive in the modern world. This is true for everyone, even those with special needs. In the United States, […]
There are several disorders that may require your child to use special needs equipment. Children who suffer from disorders such as epilepsy or seizures may benefit from our helmets to help prevent head injuries during a fall. They are also useful for children with disorders such as hemophilia, because they can protect the child from […]
It is fairly easy to size helmets for special needs children. When you are ready to order a helmet, all you need to do is measure the circumference of your child’s head. This can be done with either a cloth tape measure or a piece of string. You wrap the item gently around your child’s […]
Children and adults who have to have head surgery can benefit from using equipment for special needs on a temporary basis. Our helmets fall under this category and allow the skull to recover without any added trauma. They can help by adding an extra layer of protection and give the skull time to heal before […]
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