The Misunderstood Child: Sensory Processing 101

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A typical morning in my home begins with these phrases: “My clothes hurt me. They are too loose. I need new clothes.” As a...

Does Your Child Have a Specialized Need? There’s a Camp for That

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Every kid deserves the chance to be able to make friends, learn and play at camp, but finding a camp that fits is more...
A caregiver is helping a young boy with a physical disability play with plastic block toys.

Washington Area Disability Advocacy and Autism Resources

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Advocacy AUTISM SOCIETY OF BALTIMORE-CHESAPEAKE P.O. Box 10822 Baltimore, MD 21234 410-655-7933 baltimoreautismsociety.orgThe Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake is a volunteer organization founded in 1976. We were created to help serve...

The Value of Teaching Your Kids ASL

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Being deaf is more common than many people think, and deaf children are usually born to hearing parents. In fact, more than 90% of...
9-year-old girl with Down Syndrome with her elementary school teacher

Finding the Perfect Fit for Education

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 Parents want the best education possible for their children. But when you parent a child with special needs, deciding which school will best support...
Imagination Stage inclusive

The Arts for Every Child

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 Bright lights and colorful costumes can be an engaging way to let children’s imaginations run wild as they watch theatrical performances. But these elements...

Who’s Taking Care of You? Respite for Families with Children Who Have Special Needs

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On the surface, the Stroups appear to be a family of five. Tina and Trent Stroup have three kids: soon-to-be 15-year-old Addie, Oliver, 12,...