This episode is going to be an exploration of thought and reflection.  And it will address how people with disabilities are considered to be different despite one very basic fact that we all share.

Managing your family and taking care of your special needs child can be overwhelming.  In this episode I will discuss, what I feel, are four essential practices that I have witnessed succeed for many of my clients which translates into a more positive and functional home life for the entire family. 

Today’s episode is a special one for me because I’ll be sharing my appreciation for and experience with working in the world of Deaf education and alongside a community grounded in their Deaf culture.  I’ll give some history on the evolution of deafness in education since the 1988 Deaf Power Now revolution at Gallaudet University in Washington DC; offer some cultural perspective and share my personal eyewitness account.

In this episode, I’ll be talking about daily transition strategies for the times your child displays behaviors when asked to move from one activity to another.  These strategies can be applied in all settings; in the home, at school and out in the community.  When you have a plan put into practice consistently, new doors will open for you and your child to smoother days and nights.

In this episode I’ll talk about Universal Behavior Management Tools that you can use in your home (and at school for those of you who are teachers), to create a smoother functioning environment for your child and your family. 

This episode will conclude my two-part series introducing Mindfulness and Mindful Parenting to parents of children with Special Needs. The show will touch upon the science supporting Mindful Parenting, dip our toes into our feelings and suggest ways to incorporate mindful practice into our lives. Mindfulness is a useful practice for caregivers and teachers as well. Tune in for this and some uplifting extras!

This episode is Part(I) of a two-part series introducing Mindfulness and Mindful Parenting to parents of children with Special Needs. It is a useful practice for caregivers and teachers as well. Tune in for this and some uplifting extras!

Today I give a brief background on my time dedicated to the field of Special Education, along with a little something for you to use in your day.

No parent left behind! This episode introduces Special Ed Rising as a place for parents and caregivers of Special Needs children and adults, to find respite and an information source to help you manage your day to day lives. Taking the parent equally into consideration is the motivation of this mission.