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Modesto Autism Awareness Group (MAAG) Invites Families For Playtime!

By: Mary Entezar Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org Modesto Autism Awareness Group (MAAG) is focused on working hand in hand to offer support and guidance to community of families of children with autism. Awareness is the first step to helping our children reach their maximum potential in life. We are also here to provide an outlet for the kids and parents

5 Easy Steps Parents Can Take at Start of School Year to Reduce Stress and Have Meaningful IEP Sessions. What Are You Waiting For?

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org @SNinmycity [dropcap]W[/dropcap]ith the new school year underway, here are five simple things you can do now as a parent for your child in special education. If we, as special parents (raising children with special needs) want professionals to understand our empathy for our situation and good services for our

Modesto Autism Awareness Group Holds A Fun-Filled Family Event

By: Mary Entezar Contributor: specialneedsinmycity.org M.A.A.G is focused on working hand in hand to provide support and guidance to community of autistic children and parents. Awareness is the first step to helping our children reach their maximum potential in life. We are also here to provide an outlet for the kids and parents through interaction, information fun

A Family’s Success of Building Character and Social Skills through Scouting for their Child with Special Needs

By: Keri Gustafson Contributor to Specialneedsinmycity.com The Girl Scout Promise "On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law." (source: Girl Scouts of America) As parents of children with special needs, we know how important it is to find proper and valuable mainstreaming opportunities for

A Family’s Success of Building Character and Social Skills Through Scouting for their Child with Special Needs

By: Keri Gustafson Contributor to Specialneedsinmycity.com The Girl Scout Promise "On my honor, I will try:

#2 Little Known Ways to Get Help From PMR/Physiatrists for Your Child with Special Needs, Interview with Shriners Physiatrist, Loren Davidson, M.D.

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor to specialneedsinmycity.org @SNinmycity For parents, coordinating multiple special needs services for their child with physical impairments or disabilities is often overwhelming and frustrating at times. This is especially true for parents early in the special needs journey. But it doesn't have to be so, provided you seek the help of a physician

5 Things Parents Must Do Before School Closes For Summer

By: Meena Tadimeti Contributor to specialneedsinmycity.org @SNinmycity With busy work schedules and demanding family priorities, it's easy for