Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
Some people think of disabilities as "special needs." But as parents of children with disabilities, we know our kids just have needs... like everyone else. Settle in with our podcast for real talk about advocacy, friendships, developmental delays, evaluations, IEPs, sensory meltdowns, autism, and all the ups and downs that come with this gig. We don’t have all the answers, but we promise to try to figure it out with you. Join us.
Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
What happens when my child is too old for Early Intervention?
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Exceptional Lives
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Season 1
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Episode 7
If your child has a delay or disability, they may qualify for school-based special education services or therapy when they turn 3. In this episode, we’ll talk about how and when to start getting your child (and yourself!) ready for this transition.
Resources mentioned in this episode
- How Can I Prepare for My Child’s Transition into School-based Services at Age 3?
- ¿Cómo puedo prepararme para la transición a los servicios basados en la escuela cuando mi hijo cumpla 3 años?
- Developmental delays and milestones
- Developmental screenings and special clinics
- CDC’s developmental milestones
- Know your rights: IDEA
- CDC: What is Early Intervention?
- Special Education Terms 2 Know: IEP (2-minute video)
- What is Sensory Processing? And can it help explain my child’s behavior?
- Why are we obsessed with milestones?
- How do I help my young child with disabilities or special needs transition to school?
- Early Childhood Special Education - Timeline
- Kitchen Conversations, Know your rights: navigating your young child’s transition into school
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