by Erin Croyle | Mar 2, 2016 | Advocacy, Elementary School, Friends and Acquaintances, IEP, KIDS, Parents, RELATIONSHIPS, Uncategorized
The transition to grade school is a big step for parents and kids no matter their ability. But when a child with special needs starts Kindergarten, there is a whole different set of concerns and emotions that parents go through. Jill Rose works for the Center for...
by Erin Croyle | Oct 1, 2015 | Finding Balance, Parents, YOU
When we get caught up in the day-to-day nuances of raising a child with a disability, we tend to dwell on the tough stuff: IEP meetings, doctor’s appointments, developmental delays, behavioral challenges. When we get a chance to talk to our friends or family, we often...
by Erin Croyle | Sep 24, 2015 | Friends and Acquaintances, Help, Parents, RELATIONSHIPS, Uncategorized, YOU
Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships can be difficult for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We see it every day at playgrounds, schools, and gatherings. We’re reminded of it everywhere we go. Recently a well-intentioned family...
