Itβs that time of year again; time to get together with friends and family. And for many of us, time for the panic attacks and stress to set in. There is always that one family member that hits the eggnog a little too hard or who wants to discuss politics. Then there is always the […]
It is important for all adults to socialize with like-minded individuals. When physical or mental challenges are present, socializing becomes even more crucial for emotional health. Online meeting places for the disabled are becoming more common and some are perfect for developing true relationships. Special Bridge is one such site that provides an opportunity to […]
You always want to look your best in photos that you post on online, whether it be on dating sites, Instragam, or Facebook. Smartphones and digital cameras have made selfies and instant photo sharing so easy. Here are some great tips to help you achieve that celebrity style smile. Smile Tip #1 Smile like you […]
Everyone gets sweaty palms when it comes to dating, but when adding a disability to your list of “what ifs” can makes success seem even farther from a possibility. The key to conquering the “what if” wall is to take steps to be sure you are in acceptance of who you are and put your […]
The following article was written by Samantha Gilbert, a student from Allentown, PA with autism. These are her personal tips to thrive in your classroom. If you already understand that every classroom is different, and not every piece of advice will work for every student then you are ahead of the game. In fact, since […]
Teens with disabilities are like square pegs being forced to fit into round holes. They begin to feel isolated and frustrated, not because they can’t learn, but because they can’t make others understand their needs. Kids diagnosed with Aspergers’ are unique in several ways. Unlike teens at the opposite end of the Autism Spectrum, those […]
The story of Caio Tadeu Batista is one of hope and endurance. For Caio, a 26 year old male with Down syndrome, his greatest achievement is not getting up every morning and facing the new challenges. Instead, his greatest achievement is signing up with the Brazilian Giants Corinthians. Caio is a member of a Brazilian […]
Matt Vachter is a typical 15 year old boy and an avid basketball fan. His favorite team is the Portland Trail Blazers. Like most 15 year old’s, Matt has an awesome collection of Trail Blazer posters, jerseys, and other memorabilia in his room. Matt, however, has some special needs; he has to deal with Cerebral […]
Who is Brynjar Karl? Brynjar is an 11 year old from Iceland with Autism and he loves Legos. He and his mom made a movie and posted it on YouTube asking the Lego Company to allow him and his mother to tour the Lego factory in Denmark.Β He then went on to ask if they […]
Sometimes, the most inspirational stories come from the most unexpected places, as was the case this week when the Philadelphia 76ers signed their latest player. Kevin Grow was signed to a seven-day contract, but this was no ordinary contract. This signing warmed the hearts of Philadelphia fans and changed the life of the team’s newest […]
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