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Special Needs Resource Round-up



Your go-to guide for raising children with special needs

Kids of all abilities, Special Needs Resource Roundup


17 places children with Special Needs will love to play.

In honor of every family in the Hudson Valley waiting to be included, to learn a new talent or foster a passion, there is a place for you! Read More...

How does common core affect children with Special Needs?
Students with IEPs are entitled to an individualized education. However, high-stakes testing forces teachers to teach some students material they are not ready for. Read More...

 
What you need to know about Early Intervention.
If you suspect your child may have a developmental disability, the first step is to talk to his pediatrician. Read More...

Is a specialty camp the best option?
Specialty camps like Camp Huntington in High Falls offer campers with special needs one-on-one access to highly trained and specialized staff, while promoting fun and independence. Read More...

Create a life care plan for your child.

 A gift of cash could end up costing special needs families thousands of dollars in lost government funding and services. Read More...

Find support with a SEPTA.
Tips for joining or starting your own Special Education Parent Teacher Association. Read More...


10 tips for playdates with kids of all abilities.
Tried and true tips for setting up playdates with children who are on the Autism Spectrum. Read More...

Special Needs and sleep troubles.
Children with Special Needs are more prone to sleep trouble. Find out how you can help your child. Read More...