If you have autism, an organized life is probably extra-important to you. This article is dedicated to April as Autism Month, and to everyone who works with autism-friendly technology. Some Organization Tools Do you have more appointments, duties, and goals…
[In 1999, a genetics counselor told us] that our child would never be able to read, write, or count change. –Mother of a young adult with Down syndrome I was completely frightened when I was given the news, [but our son…
March is National Reading Month. Any time is a good time to teach the joys of reading. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, one in five U.S. adults is “functionally illiterate” and cannot: What Does It Mean to…
Our TexasYouth2Adult website/tool, “created to empower youth with special health care needs to transition successfully into adulthood,” now has a sister site for Virginia. Why a Transition Tool? For those used to individualized education programs, the world beyond high school…
For children with autism, the holidays aren’t always happy. Flashing lights, loud music, and strange aromas assault the senses. Noisy crowds are everywhere. Routines are disrupted. And with end-of-year school breaks, parents often bear a double burden: managing the children…
Tech Gifts for the Holidays is an article written by the BridgingApps Team and published by Parenting Special Needs Magazine. You can read the full article here. The holiday season is the perfect time to explore tech gifts that enhance…
Hope you had a happy Thanksgiving Day! You may also have observed some of the days attached to Thanksgiving: If you’re a churchgoer, you may know that in 2024, “Thanksgiving Sunday” (December 1) was also the first Sunday of Advent.…
November is National Family Caregivers Month. There are over 37 million family caregivers in the U.S. When you’re the primary caregiver for a family member with disabilities, it can be hard remembering to take care of yourself, too. And there…
Following up our recent “Biking with a Disability” post, Program Director Cristen Reat shares the full story of her family’s test ride on a Van Raam tandem. One of our regular family activities is to go for walks in our…
Remember our September 23 article, “Hiking in a Wheelchair”? Here’s another post for readers who love autumn and outdoor recreation. If you haven’t been on a bicycle since you reached driver’s-license age, you’re missing out. Bikes get you around faster…
