A few weeks ago, my younger son (non-disabled) had a friend over to play. We’ve known this family for about 6 months. Both older kids have been in my home and have been exposed to my older son ...
Today, we’re diving into something that has become a buzzword in education but can be a nightmare for our kids with IEPs: ...
Last week, the NIH and FDA announced that they are cancelling Rare Disease Day for 2025. Rare Disease Day (held annually on the last day ...
A new proposed budget in Congress includes over $880 billion (yes with a B) in Medicaid cuts over 10 years. The justification for the cuts includes reasons like “unnecessary usage” and fraud.” My son ...
We were seated around a huge U-shaped setup. I was directly across from the school district’s attorney, though we were a good 10 feet apart. We were in a settlement agreement meeting and were hoping ...
Every parent wants their child to thrive. But for millions of families raising children with disabilities, that dream hinges on one essential program: Medicaid. From covering life-saving therapies to ...
Yesterday was such an exciting day for me and Kevin. We were invited to join the Education Law Center and Arc of PA in Harrisburg for a day of special education lobbying. Specifically, we were there ...
In a recent post, I shared a bit of history about the Disability Rights Movement and how we got to where we are today. But I didn’t dive deep into Pennsylvania’s role—specifically, Pennhurst, the PARC ...
So, you all know that I’m not normally a fan of labeling things with a chronological age. When you’re working with disabled students or adults, skill sets can vary widely. And, to label a teenager who ...
Are you planning a Super Bowl party or another football-themed event? Looking for some free football bingo cards to print? Well, welcome! This football bingo game is a great way to involve all ages ...