Developmental delays, communication difficulties and/or motor planning and sensory processing challenges can impede a child's ability to express himself. Traditional therapies focus on helping the child to overcome these deficits. We may, however, become so bogged down in these necessary therapies, that we overlook the importance of enlivening the spirit in a child. Arts and religious education programs can provide a space for children with special needs to express themselves freely, openly, and creatively—without judgment. When children have a place where they are loved and accepted for exactly who they are, they can grow exponentially. Shy children come out of their shells; over zealous children learn to take turns. All develop a stronger, positive sense of self and become part of a dynamic community. Children who during their school day may be involved with self-stimulating behaviors, or may be aggressive due to feeling misunderstood, often come to creative arts and religious classes open, loving and receptive to others. They talk about the importance of friendship, their love and appreciation for their parents and siblings and caring for the environment. Kristen runs to check on Alana when she notices that Alana is crying; Brett hugs a fellow classmate and asks why he wasn't in theater class last week; after winter break, Clara, who rarely speaks, calls each staff member by name and says, “I missed you.” I have witnessed nonverbal autistic children type intense thoughts and insights in religious classes. Neal types, “Nothing is random; all things happen due to kind...

Arts and religious programs help children with special needs express themselves, fostering growth, empathy, and community.

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Developmental delays, communication difficulties and/or motor planning and sensory processing challenges can impede a child's ability to express himself. Traditional therapies focus on helping the child to overcome these deficits. We may, however, become so bogged down in these necessary therapies, that we overlook the importance of enlivening the spirit in a child. Arts and religious education programs can provide a space for children with special needs to express themselves freely, openly, and creatively—without judgment. When children have a place where they are loved and accepted for exactly who they are, they can grow exponentially. Shy children come out of their shells; over zealous children learn to take turns. All develop a stronger, positive sense of self and become part of a dynamic community. Children who during their school day may be involved with self-stimulating behaviors, or may be aggressive due to feeling misunderstood, often come to creative arts and religious classes open, loving and receptive to others. They talk about the importance of friendship, their love and appreciation for their parents and siblings and caring for the environment. Kristen runs to check on Alana when she notices that Alana is crying; Brett hugs a fellow classmate and asks why he wasn't in theater class last week; after winter break, Clara, who rarely speaks, calls each staff member by name and says, “I missed you.” I have witnessed nonverbal autistic children type intense thoughts and insights in religious classes. Neal types, “Nothing is random; all things happen due to kind...

Arts and religious programs help children with special needs express themselves, fostering growth, empathy, and community.

Developmental delays, communication difficulties and/or motor planning and sensory processing challenges can impede a child's ability to express himself. Traditional therapies focus on helping the child to overcome these deficits. We may, however, become so bogged down in these necessary therapies, that we overlook the importance of enlivening the spirit in a child. Arts and religious education programs can provide a space for children with special needs to express themselves freely, openly, and creatively—without judgment. When children have a place where they are loved and accepted for exactly who they are, they can grow exponentially. Shy children come out of their shells; overzealous children learn to take turns. All develop a stronger, positive sense of self and become part of a dynamic community. Children who during their school day may be involved with self-stimulating behaviors, or may be aggressive due to feeling misunderstood, often come to creative arts and religious classes open, loving and receptive to others. They talk about the importance of friendship, their love and appreciation for their parents and siblings and caring for the environment. Kristen runs to check on Alana when she notices that Alana is crying; Brett hugs a fellow classmate and asks why he wasn't in theater class last week; after winter break, Clara, who rarely speaks, calls each staff member by name and says, "I missed you." I have witnessed nonverbal autistic children type intense thoughts and insights in religious classes. Neal types, "Nothing is random; all things happen due to...

Arts and religious programs can help special needs children express themselves, fostering personal growth and community integration.

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Developmental delays, communication difficulties and/or motor planning and sensory processing challenges can impede a child's ability to express himself. Traditional therapies focus on helping the child to overcome these deficits. We may, however, become so bogged down in these necessary therapies, that we overlook the importance of enlivening the spirit in a child.  Arts and religious education programs can provide a space for children with special needs to express themselves freely, openly, and creatively—without judgment. When children have a place where they are loved and accepted for exactly who they are, they can grow exponentially. Shy children come out of their shells; overzealous children learn to take turns. All develop a stronger, positive sense of self and become part of a dynamic community. Children who during their school day may be involved with self-stimulating behaviors, or may be aggressive due to feeling misunderstood, often come to creative arts and religious classes open, loving and receptive to others. They talk about the importance of friendship, their love and appreciation for their parents and siblings and caring for the environment. Kristen runs to check on Alana when she notices that Alana is crying; Brett hugs a fellow classmate and asks why he wasn't in theater class last week; after winter break, Clara, who rarely speaks, calls each staff member by name and says, "I missed you."  I have witnessed nonverbal autistic children type intense thoughts and insights in religious classes. Neal types, "Nothing is random; all things happen due to...

Arts and religious programs can help special needs children express themselves, fostering personal growth and community integration.

An article in USA Today reported that home schooling has been on a steady rise for the last five years and that the reasons for home schooling have shifted. There are now 1.5 million children being home schooled, which is up 74% since they first started keeping track of numbers in 1999. Current statistics indicate that the number of alternative educational/school choices, not including religious based schools or military schools, are somewhere around 12,000. That is the largest number of choices ever, that exist outside the traditional public school system and a number that keeps growing. So now comes the question, what is the best for my child, ADD/HD or not? Obviously, the selection of public verses private has many things to consider, including such practical aspects such as cost, location, and does it represent any basic ideology that you would not want your children exposed to? A desire for religious or moral instruction, formerly number one, is still the second most given reason for parents to chose to home school. The first was for reasons of safety, peer pressure and exposure to drugs. Third was the dissatisfaction with academic instruction and fourth was interest in non-traditional approaches. So what are your reasons for not wanting your child in public school? Determining what is your goal, as a parent, is an easy way to eliminate whole groupings of alternative educational choices. Now you might want...

The best education for ADD/HD kids varies; it should match learning style and needs, with home-schooling being a rising, flexible option.

Best Educational Formats for ADD/HD Children

 An article in USA Today reported that home schooling has been on a steady rise for the last five years and that the reasons for home schooling have shifted. There are now 1.5 million children being home schooled, which is up 74% since they first started keeping track of numbers in 1999.   Current statistics indicate that the number of alternative educational/school choices, not including religious based schools or military schools, are somewhere around 12,000. That is the largest number of choices ever, that exist outside the traditional public school system and a number that keeps growing.   So now comes the question, what is the best for my child, ADD/HD or not?   Obviously, the selection of public verses private has many things to consider, including such practical aspects such as cost, location, and does it represent any basic ideology that you would not want your children exposed to?   A desire for religious or moral instruction, formerly number one, is still the second most given reason for parents to chose to home school. The first was for reasons of safety, peer pressure and exposure to drugs. Third was the dissatisfaction with academic instruction and fourth was interest in non-traditional approaches.    So what are your reasons for not wanting your child in public school?    Determining what is your goal, as a parent, is an easy way to eliminate whole groupings of alternative educational choices. Now you might want...

The best education for ADD/HD kids varies; it should match learning style and needs, with home-schooling being a rising, flexible option.

Best Educational Formats for ADD/HD Children

The Carpenter's Miracle is a made-for-TV movie with an Easter theme. That's not to say it is a religious story because it really isn't. It's an engaging story meant for family viewing. When a stranger pulls 12-year-old Luke out of a lake, he is near death. Josh Carey (Cameron Mathison) just happened to be fishing at the lake and was there to pull the young boy out of the water after he basically drowned. Yes, he did drown. At the hospital Luke was pronounced dead and when his mother Sarah (Michelle Harrison) arrives she is inconsolable. Josh is grief stricken as well. Even though he did not know the boy, he felt a closeness to him after trying to save his life. Sarah said her goodbye to Luke, and then Josh put his hand on the boy for his goodbye. Lo and behold, the boy who was dead for an hour suddenly comes back to life. Could this be a miracle? Everyone in the town hears about what happened and soon Josh, Luke, and Sarah are on the evening news. Then a major network learns of the story and sends a reporter out to obtain an exclusive for their magazine show. As far as the network is concerned, this is the perfect story for their Easter show. The correlations in the whole story are amazing. First, the town is Bethany, which is close to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Josh's initials are JC. And he lives in...

TV movie 'The Carpenter's Miracle', themed around Easter and miracles, premieres on GMC, suitable for family viewing anytime.

The Carpenter's Miracle on GMC

 The Carpenter's Miracle is a made-for-TV movie with an Easter theme. That's not to say it is a religious story because it really isn't. It's an engaging story meant for family viewing. When a stranger pulls 12-year-old Luke out of a lake, he is near death. Josh Carey (Cameron Mathison) just happened to be fishing at the lake and was there to pull the young boy out of the water after he basically drowned. Yes, he did drown. At the hospital Luke was pronounced dead and when his mother Sarah (Michelle Harrison) arrives she is inconsolable. Josh is grief stricken as well. Even though he did not know the boy, he felt a closeness to him after trying to save his life. Sarah said her goodbye to Luke, and then Josh put his hand on the boy for his goodbye. Lo and behold, the boy who was dead for an hour suddenly comes back to life. Could this be a miracle?  Everyone in the town hears about what happened and soon Josh, Luke, and Sarah are on the evening news. Then a major network learns of the story and sends a reporter out to obtain an exclusive for their magazine show. As far as the network is concerned, this is the perfect story for their Easter show. The correlations in the whole story are amazing.  First, the town is Bethany, which is close to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Josh's initials are JC. And he lives in...

According to the Children's Defense Fund, 19 million children in kindergarten through eighth grade are regularly in nonparental care before and after school. One of the many benefits of sending your child to a licensed child care center is the socialization aspect with other children. This can be so important, as American Academy of Pediatrics studies have proven that a child's brain structure and development is influenced significantly by the environment and experiences of the first few years of a child's life. The question on most parents' minds then is not whether to choose after school care for their child but how to select the right child care facility, particularly when considering a child's special needs. Here are some helpful things to keep in mind when researching day care providers: Know your rights. Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) states that child care providers cannot exclude persons on the basis of a disability and must make reasonable changes to policies, practices, and physical accessibility to integrate those with special needs into the child care facility. However, child care centers that are run by religious entities such as churches, mosques, or synagogues are not covered by Title III. Know the cost. Cost of care can be a major consideration when choosing where to place your child, but it helps to be aware of what factors into the price. Price can vary depending on where you live. Child care centers in big cities tend...

Guide on choosing special needs daycare, covering rights under ADA, costs, questions for providers, and monitoring a child's comfort.

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According to the Children's Defense Fund, 19 million children in kindergarten through eighth grade are regularly in nonparental care before and after school. One of the many benefits of sending your child to a licensed child care center is the socialization aspect with other children. This can be so important, as American Academy of Pediatrics studies have proven that a child's brain structure and development is influenced significantly by the environment and experiences of the first few years of a child's life. The question on most parents' minds then is not whether to choose after school care for their child but how to select the right child care facility, particularly when considering a child's special needs. Here are some helpful things to keep in mind when researching day care providers:  Know your rights.   Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) states that child care providers cannot exclude persons on the basis of a disability and must make reasonable changes to policies, practices, and physical accessibility to integrate those with special needs into the child care facility. However, child care centers that are run by religious entities such as churches, mosques, or synagogues are not covered by Title III.  Know the cost.  Cost of care can be a major consideration when choosing where to place your child, but it helps to be aware of what factors into the price. Price can vary depending on where you live. Child care centers in big cities tend...

Understanding Your Legal Rights: A Comprehensive Guide to Housing Accommodations for People with Special Needs. As communities continue to evolve and grow, so does the focus on inclusivity, particularly for the special needs demographic. This increasing attention has prompted legislation designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in various aspects of life, including housing. Understanding these laws and how they apply can be a daunting endeavor, but comprehension is critical to protecting housing rights for people with special needs. The Fair Housing Act (FHA) One of the first steps to understanding housing laws for individuals with special needs is to familiarize oneself with the Fair Housing Act. Originally passed in 1968, the FHA prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. In 1988, the law was amended to include protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities. Under the FHA, landlords and property owners are required to make reasonable accommodations for tenants with disabilities. This can include modifications to existing premises, such as installing ramps for wheelchair access, or altering policies, like allowing a service animal in a building that generally does not permit pets. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is another essential piece of legislation to understand. This law applies to any organization or entity that receives federal financial assistance, including publicly subsidized housing. It prohibits discrimination based on disability and necessitates that housing...

Legal protections like the Fair Housing Act, Section 504, and ADA safeguard housing rights for individuals with special needs.

What Laws Protect Special Needs Individuals in Housing: A Comprehensive Overview

Understanding Your Legal Rights: A Comprehensive Guide to Housing Accommodations for People with Special Needs. As communities continue to evolve and grow, so does the focus on inclusivity, particularly for the special needs demographic. This increasing attention has prompted legislation designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in various aspects of life, including housing. Understanding these laws and how they apply can be a daunting endeavor, but comprehension is critical to protecting housing rights for people with special needs.  The Fair Housing Act (FHA)  One of the first steps to understanding housing laws for individuals with special needs is to familiarize oneself with the Fair Housing Act. Originally passed in 1968, the FHA prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. In 1988, the law was amended to include protection against discrimination for individuals with disabilities. Under the FHA, landlords and property owners are required to make reasonable accommodations for tenants with disabilities. This can include modifications to existing premises, such as installing ramps for wheelchair access, or altering policies, like allowing a service animal in a building that generally does not permit pets.  Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act  Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is another essential piece of legislation to understand. This law applies to any organization or entity that receives federal financial assistance, including publicly subsidized housing. It prohibits discrimination based on disability and necessitates that housing...

Family, duty, and affection are what make up the Israeli movie Fill the Void. It is all in Hebrew with English subtitles. The story is about a young 18-year-old Hassidic girl who is excited to be getting married. But it is not a done deal. She has seen the man the matchmaker found for her, and she likes him. The film has shades of Fiddler on the Roof, but with a modern twist because in this modern-day story the woman can outwardly decline the match. No one is forced to marry, but they do get a little pressure, even in modern day Tel Aviv. Esther (Hadas Sharon) feels the importance of tradition and her religion. She is a dutiful daughter but also has a mind of her own. She is happy to be marrying, or at least be in the beginning stages of setting up a marriage, when things fall apart. Her beloved sister Esther dies during childbirth leaving her husband Yohai (Yiftach Klein) and infant son. Esther's family takes on the responsibility of caring for them, especially baby Mordechai. When it seems like Yohai will take the baby and move away, Esther's mother comes up with a plan. She feels Esther should marry Yohai and that way the family will stay together. But does Esther want to marry her brother-in-law? The film is basically about family and coming to terms with obligations. While Esther does not have to marry Yohai, she feels obliged to do so. But does she...

Israeli film 'Fill the Void' explores a Hassidic girl's marriage dilemma after her sister's death and her choice between duty and love.

Fill the Void &#8212; Movie Review

Family, duty, and affection are what make up the Israeli movie Fill the Void. It is all in Hebrew with English subtitles. The story is about a young 18-year-old Hassidic girl who is excited to be getting married. But it is not a done deal. She has seen the man the matchmaker found for her, and she likes him. The film has shades of Fiddler on the Roof, but with a modern twist because in this modern-day story the woman can outwardly decline the match. No one is forced to marry, but they do get a little pressure, even in modern day Tel Aviv. Esther (Hadas Sharon) feels the importance of tradition and her religion. She is a dutiful daughter but also has a mind of her own. She is happy to be marrying, or at least be in the beginning stages of setting up a marriage, when things fall apart. Her beloved sister Esther dies during childbirth leaving her husband Yohai (Yiftach Klein) and infant son. Esther's family takes on the responsibility of caring for them, especially baby Mordechai. When it seems like Yohai will take the baby and move away, Esther's mother comes up with a plan. She feels Esther should marry Yohai and that way the family will stay together. But does Esther want to marry her brother-in-law? The film is basically about family and coming to terms with obligations. While Esther does not have to marry Yohai, she feels obliged to do so. But does she...

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