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The Special Needs Planning Guide

Summary:The Special Needs Planning Guide How to Prepare for Every Stage of Your Child's Life By John W. Nadworny & Cynthia R. Haddad "Excellent...simply written and understandable, yet concise enough to serve as a road map that will assist families .. 		Link 07/29/2008 by: shannonj
Autism: Where's the Support?

Summary:ad_icon My grown son has autism. And while I wouldn't trade him -- the person to whom I gave birth -- for any other, I wish that his disability were as recognizable as Down syndrome and that we, his parents, were more effective at helping him achi.. 		Link 07/21/2008 by: shannonj
Parents fear for children with autism

Summary:Liz Wilson says her son, David, now an adult with autism, always will need someone to help him manage his life. The South Berwick mother felt a sense of urgency about making sure her 21-year-old son would be all right after she was diagnosed with .. 		Link 03/11/2008 by: shannonj
Financial Struggles Plague Families Of Children With Autism

Summary:Some families quoted in the study reported skipping meals to be able to afford therapy for their children. Others talked about robbing their future by depleting savings, emptying their 401K plans, selling stocks and even filing for bankruptcy. More c.. 		Link 03/01/2008 by: shannonj
Another Round of Family Service Grants from Autism Speaks: Share Your Visions and Ideas

Summary:Judith, creator of the Autismville Blog, beat me to the punch on announcing the next round of grants from Autism Speaks that "promote services that will enhance the lives of those affected by autism spectrum disorders." In Judith's words, the situati.. 		Link 02/11/2008 by: shannonj
The Golden Fund Offers Hope To Kids With Autism

Summary: When Joelle Golden's five-year-old son, Liam, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder - a severe developmental disorder that, according to the Centers for Disease Control, now affects one in 150 children - she was devastated. However, she also w.. 		Link 12/14/2007 by: shannonj
Special Needs Advocate for Parents

Summary:SNAP offers a number of services to parents who have children with special needs to help them make important decisions in planning for their child’s well-being as well as to provide information, resources and networking opportunities. Whether your ch.. 		Link 12/11/2007 by: shannonj
Prosperity Life Planning

Summary:What do you want for your loved one with special needs? What are your hopes and dreams for the future? What is important to both you and your child? What advice can you offer to future care-givers of your child? Parents have the clearest insight.. 		Link 12/11/2007 by: shannonj
Planning the Future for Children with Special Needs

Summary: When Karen Greenberg’s son Ricky was diagnosed with autism back in 1990, she had two reactions. As a mother, she was determined to provide Ricky with the best possible care. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, she was determined to pr.. 		Link 12/11/2007 by: shannonj
Autism Has Many Families Struggling Financially

Summary:State lawmakers introduce legislation that would help the growing number of families dealing with autism. Right now private insurers don't have to cover health-related expenses for the autistic. A bi-partisan group of lawmakers have unveiled a new bi.. 		Link 12/09/2007 by: shannonj
How Special Needs Trust Can Avoid Pitfalls

Summary:Setting up a special-needs trust makes it possible for a disabled adult to draw on family funds for supplemental needs while still receiving government assistance. "The trust can provide educational benefits, send the child on travel excursions, prov.. 		Link 11/13/2007 by: shannonj
Vital Interventions Accessible

Summary: VIA is dedicated to making safe and effective interventions and therapies more accessible to families of children with disabilities. 1. As a 501c3 organization, VIA funds various projects which focus mainly on making biomedical treatments mo.. 		Link 10/09/2007 by: shannonj
Your Child or Other Dependent with Special Needs

Summary:Your Child or Other Dependent with Special Needs Parenting a child with special needs takes special planning. Particular needs will always be present, and you must consider and prepare for them. Taking steps now can help arrange for your child’s w.. 		Link 10/08/2007 by: shannonj
Parent pushes for funding for autism services

Summary:Parent pushes for funding for autism services The first year of her life, Mike Wasmer's daughter Kate developed normally. "At one year of age she had three words. She was saying mommy, daddy, and kitty,” Wasmer said. Right after her first bi.. 		Link 09/22/2007 by: shannonj


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