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As a parent of a disabled child, the everyday challenges you face are numerous, often requiring a delicate balance of patience, strategy, and emotional strength. However, there are times when the usual ups and downs give way to something deeper and more complex. Perhaps it’s a significant life transition like moving to a new home …

Navigating Difficult Life Periods: Technology for Your Child and Self-Care for Parents Read More »

As an Assistive Technology and Accessibility Consultant, I’ve always been passionate about finding innovative tools that improve access and inclusivity for individuals of all abilities. That’s why Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are such an exciting time—they offer great opportunities to snag some of the best assistive technology devices at a fraction of their usual …

Unlocking Accessibility: Top Assistive Technology Deals on Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Read More »

As the presidential election draws near, conversations around civic engagement are more important than ever. Voting is a fundamental right that allows individuals to shape the future of their communities and the country. However, for disabled individuals, voting can be a complicated and often inaccessible process. Despite recent progress, many barriers remain that prevent full …

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Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings are an essential process for parents, educators, and specialists working together to create a tailored education plan that supports a disabled student’s success. For many parents, these meetings can feel overwhelming and complicated, filled with jargon and procedures that may be hard to follow. However, as both a parent of …

Navigating IEP Meetings: Insights from a Parent and Assistive Technology Consultant on Bridging Accessibility and Inclusion with Technology Read More »

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is a crucial aspect of education that helps students acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. While SEL is important for all students, …

Understanding Social Emotional Learning and Its Importance for Inclusion in Special Education Read More »