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Rafer Johnson Continues to Nurture Eunice Kennedy Shriver's Dream!
Rafer Johnson upholds Eunice Kennedy Shriver's vision at the Special Olympics, with powerful imagery captured by Freddie B. Photography.
Global Insights > Healthcare
Medicaid for Working Families: Katie Beckett Waivers, Dual Coverage, and Options You Didn't Know Existed
...receive coverage at home, regardless of parent income. The policy is still in place. It's called the Katie Beckett waiver in most states, though some refer to it as the TEFRA option or Medicaid for the Medically Needy. Here's how it works: if your child has a disability or chronic condition that would require...
Parenting > Early Intervention
Navigating the Early Intervention System for Children with Special Needs
...If you have concerns about your child's development, the first step is to talk to your pediatrician. They can perform a developmental screening and refer you to local early intervention services if needed. In the United States, each state has its own early intervention program for children under age 3....
Special Needs > Hearing Impairments
Understanding Hearing Impairments and Beyond
...step is to see your primary care doctor. They can examine your ears and do some basic hearing tests. If they suspect hearing loss, they will likely refer you to an audiologist or otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor) for more testing. A hearing test, also called an audiogram, is the main way...
Global Insights > Healthcare
Supporting Children with Special Needs through Early Intervention
...old Losing skills they once had If you notice any of these signs in your child, talk to your pediatrician. They can do a developmental screening and refer you to early intervention services if needed. Trust your instincts - you know your child best. How to Get Early Intervention Services....
Lifestyle > Recreation
A Sneak Peek at Disney's Planes
...Disney's Planes 3D animated comedy adventure is akin to "The little engine that could." A little airplane dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer, but he's afraid of heights. With the help of others, little Dusty musters up the courage to fulfill his dream. Disney's Planes is set to open August...
Special Needs > Autism Spectrum
Study Says Autism Missed in Cases of Epilepsy
...at Children's Memorial Hospital is currently working to evaluate a more extensive battery of screening tools for new-onset patients. They typically refer patients to psychiatrists; occupational, speech, and physical therapists; or educational specialists. Still, many questions about the link between epilepsy...
Special Needs > General Special Needs
13-Year-Old Singer Has a Special Needs Cause
...singing voice gets the opportunity to record it on an album. It is even less likely that she would have a single written for her by a noted producer. Rarer than that is when that girl wants to give a percentage of her album earnings to a special needs charity. It seems that Shayla D, who embodies all these...
Special Needs > General Special Needs
Summer Camps for Special Needs Children
...a phrase that is often used to describe any child who is physically, mentally, emotionally or behaviorally different from his or her peers. It can refer to a wide variety of conditions, illnesses or difficulties, and is often simply used to imply that a child requires some sort of special accommodations....