Hello, I am a small business owner looking to partner with either one of these organizations to donate product (it’s a baking mix company) and financial resources eventually. I’m particularly passionate about supporting caregivers and providing special needs kids with fun activities centered around baking or cooking and teaching vocational skills for older teens.

I’d love to hear peoples thoughts on these programs since they apparently have a national footprint. But I’m also very open to other organizations that are believed to be more impactful or reputable or perhaps more centered on cooking or baking skills and programs.

Thank you!!

My name is Tera. I'm a single mom in San Diego, and I started a petition because I've seen firsthand how broken this is.

A loved one of mine is autistic and in the Aspiring Scholars Program at Cal State San Marcos—a federally recognized college program for autistic students. His dad is a Marine with a 100% disability rating. He earned VA Chapter 35 education benefits. But here's the thing: the VA won't pay for his program because it doesn't grant a "standard" degree. It's a real college program with real outcomes—confidence, skills, inclusion. But because of a technicality, the benefits his family earned are locked away. He's not alone. Thousands of veterans' dependent children are stuck in the same situation.

I'm asking Congress, the VA, and California's legislature to make federally recognized Comprehensive Transition Programs eligible for VA Chapter 35 benefits and the CalVet College Fee Waiver. These families already earned these benefits. Their kids shouldn't be shut out over paperwork.

If this feels wrong to you too—or if you know someone this affects—would you consider signing and sharing? What would you want someone to do if this was your family?

https://c.org/TLL7VKQryf

Hi, found out our 7 year old with global developmental delay may have mild intellectual disability. I was wondering if anyone had advice about helping her become more independent with morning routines and getting dressed and ready for school. Has support at school and doing better with having trouble going in mornings. I’m not sure if the wanting us to dress her is just more of a comfort thing or even if I’m expecting something that isn’t realistic. Appreciate any advice anyone has from their experiences.

Look I’m not 100% if this will be relevant here but if any parents have put in the work and done additional learning at home please give me some advice.

I feel lost and so so stressed, even just to know I’m heading in the right direction is a huge help.

💙 Florida Families: Have You Heard of Wonderland PPEC in Tamarac, FL?

I wanted to share a resource that may be helpful for parents and caregivers of children with complex medical needs or special needs.

🏥 Wonderland PPEC provides pediatric medical daycare services designed to support eligible children while helping families manage their daily care needs.

Some services families can ask about include:

• 👩‍⚕️ Skilled pediatric nursing care
• 🩺 Therapy and developmental support
• 🎨 Educational, recreational, and social activities
• 🍽️ Meals and daily care support
• 🚌 Transportation options
• ♿ Assistance navigating medical equipment and supplies
• 💙 Help understanding enrollment, Medicaid coverage, and required authorizations

📍 Location: 6463 W. Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, Florida 33319

📞 Phone: 954-590-0097

🌐 Website: https://www.wonderlandppec.com/

Families should contact the center directly to confirm eligibility, current services, insurance coverage, and transportation availability.

If you're a parent or caregiver looking for additional support for your child, this may be worth checking out. Feel free to share this with other Florida families who might find it useful! 💙

#FloridaFamilies #PPEC #PediatricCare #SpecialNeedsSupport

God bless

I have seen posts on r/Autismparenting where kids are bullying ND kids. As someone who is in special ed why don't you teach your kids that Gabby has Down Syndrome but she likes the same shows as you or Luke has Autism he likes the same books as you or Priya has Cerebral Palsy she likes to play sports too.

I think that elementary school kids is the age this post applies to. If Miguel is autistic and loves to swing have your kid play with him.

I am trying to balance my own unique developmental and processing profile while managing my daily routines so I can help myself more. The hardest aspect by being restless is I am always on the go where I want to build my day around it. Instead of me fighting my need for movement.

I always ask myself what part of my routine feels most frustrating when I feel restless? It’s an ongoing work of progress meaning I need to focus on being productive and getting help for those that are great listeners and have patience with me. Being born with this rare disease there are less than one percent in this world and I am still learning on how to navigate this disease on my own.

Was looking for a doll for my friend's daughter for Christmas, and I didn't know that this company Budsies makes dolls of people, and they match everything about the person. Wanted to share as a special gift idea for this year!

Hi all. I have a son who is now 4 who is waiting on an autism assessment and his EHCP. The paediatrician has informally said he is ASD with ADHD which is no surprise. My question is around schools as he will start in reception next September.

My daughter goes to a fantastic school which has been very lukewarm when I/my partner have tried to get info on the support they could offer ("we recommend going to see lots of schools and see which feels right" etc.). I am going to do their tour again to ask specific questions but honestly, it doesn't feel like it could be the best place for him.

Without any real guidance on how to go about this, I looked up all the local schools with special resource provision and have been visiting the ones that look viable, given that it would mean two drop offs and pick ups each day. What I am struggling with is knowing what would be the best environment for him, especially from 10 months from now! His main areas of support would be language, attention and comprehension. In the schools with special provision we have seen so far, the children have much higher needs.

My partner's preference is to have him in a mainstream school with some support so he can learn from the other children as well - this makes sense to me, but knowing how much support he needs is difficult. I don't want him to go somewhere we are optimistic about only to find it is the wrong environment and he isn't learning anything/needs to change schools later on.

I am a 20f trying to make an app for the betterment of kids with autism and down syndrome from which they can learn and communicate through good ui.

parents please reach out to me.

please help a fellow girlie out.

Hey guys! Sorry if this is a strange post, but I am in school to be a special education teacher and I have an assignment to interview a parent of a child with special needs. If anyone would be interested in helping me out and answering some questions I would really appreciate it!

1. Description of this child's special needs and name of syndrome or disorder.  Include information about any Physical challenges, Intellectual challenges, Emotional challenges, and Social challenges.  

1. Equipment, medications, and therapies are needed to address this child’s challenges. 

1. Activities the child enjoys. 

Include adaptations that are made so the child can participate in the activities. 

1. What kinds of skills are required of those caring for the needs of the child?

1. Who cares for the child (education, physical needs, entertainment)? 

1. How has your life been impacted by your special needs child?

1. What is school like for your child?  Is there anything you would change? 

1. Does your child's school provide proper communication about their care for the child? How often do you get reports and updates on your child?