by Keri Horon | Jan 9, 2019 | Special Needs
The words evacuation and fire have become common to California residents this past year or two. If someone is not directly affected by a fire or a mandatory evacuation, it is likely they know someone who is. Evacuations due to fires and other natural disasters, according to the news, are becoming the “new normal.” We’ve always had natural disasters and their ensuing evacuations to contend with; it’s part of living on the planet Earth. But it does seem to be more common lately.
Disasters can bring about optional and mandatory evacuations from our homes, and, if we’re not prepared, disasters and evacuations can lead to much more stress in our post-disaster lives. When a family includes someone with special needs, consequently, the need for evacuation preparation becomes a bit more significant. (more…)
by Keri Horon | Sep 11, 2018 | Special Needs
Have you ever been in a situation where your child sees someone with a disability and asks, “What’s wrong with that person?” If so, how did you respond? Situations like that can be both embarrassing and tricky. How do you talk to your kids about disabilities? You think, what do I say? Did the person hear? Do I answer with a guess about the person? Do I ignore the question? How do I, in that moment, teach my child a valuable lesson? (more…)
by Keri Horon | May 21, 2018 | Special Needs
Staring. We all seem to do it at some point, for some reason. We’ve all been stared at by someone else too. Staring at people is a social behavior, albeit one that generates discomfort for the one receiving the stare. Most often, people’s stares are directed toward those with some type of physical difference. They see something which appears out of the ordinary, and the tendency is to gaze at the subject out of curiosity.
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by Keri Horon | Apr 1, 2018 | Special Needs
April is Autism Awareness Month, so you might be wondering how to take action for families affected by autism. The current rate is one in every 36 children in the U.S., which basically puts one child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in every two classrooms throughout America.
Because autism spectrum disorder is a disorder and not just a different way of thinking or experiencing the world, raising awareness for this disorder and taking action for those affected by this disorder is of critical importance. (more…)
by Keri Horon | Mar 13, 2018 | Special Needs
Autism Resources for Families in the Sacramento area
Do you have someone in your family who has been diagnosed with autism (ASD) or Asperger Syndrome (AS)? Are you looking for autism resources in or around the Sacramento area? Perhaps you are considering moving to Sacramento or its suburbs and need to get acquainted with autism resources in the area. If you or someone you know is looking for resources related to autism and/or Asperger Syndrome in the Sacramento region, this article can help you get started. (more…)
by Michele C. | Feb 6, 2018 | Health, Special Needs
Our Top 10 Pediatric Dentist in Elk Grove
One of the most important decisions for Elk Grove parents is selecting a pediatric dentist for their kids. When choosing a dentist for your child, look for caring staff and knowledgeable doctors with expertise in children’s dentistry. To help parents with this task, we’ve put together the Top 10 Pediatric Dentist in Elk Grove. (more…)
