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Literacy FAQ: How do I help my child learn to read? (video)
October 5, 2022
This 2-minute video discusses the different parts of literacy, how the parts work together, and how you can help your child learn to read.
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What is Response to Intervention (RTI) and how can it help kids struggling in school?
September 28, 2022
Response to intervention (RTI) is a system schools use to help students who are struggling. If your child has a disability, RTI could be the way to help. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McKinney
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How do I know if my child is just a late bloomer?
September 21, 2022
What does it mean if your child is a late bloomer? Hear the stages of child development and the questions you can ask yourself about developmental delays. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read moreIf You Give a Parent Paperwork
September 14, 2022
An often time-consuming aspect of back-to-school for children with disabilities is paperwork! Listen in while Christina shares one parent’s thoughts on those endless forms in this week’s podcast. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read more1 Quick Question: How can Disability Services support my child when they get to college?
September 14, 2022
How are accommodations for students different in college than high school? Learn more in this 2-min video on college Disability Services.
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Introduce your child with F-Words; it’s not what you think
September 7, 2022
We’re back in school. Is your child with disabilities working with a new teacher? In this week’s podcast learn how to introduce your child to their teacher using helpful F-words! Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read moreSelf-Advocacy for Young Adults: Overcoming Fears
August 24, 2022
Is your teen able to advocate for themselves? Learn how young adults can overcome the fear of self-advocating in this two minute video.
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My child is aging out of early intervention but still needs services. What’s next?
August 3, 2022
If your child is in Early Intervention, they will “age out” when they turn 3. Gwen Crawford Angelos, speech therapist, describes what’s next.
Read moreMy child struggles with reading. How do I know if it’s dyslexia?
July 28, 2022
Dyslexia is the most common learning disability but it often goes undiagnosed. Here we talk about what to watch for and what to do if you’re concerned. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by the Exceptional Lives Team
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Fun in the sun, tips for kids’ water safety
July 13, 2022
Pool safety is important for everyone, more so for children with disabilities. Here are 9 tips for water safety and UV awareness to keep this summer fun. Narrated and written by Christina Kozik
Read moreWhat lessons can we take from the Civil Rights Movement in our work for disability rights?
July 13, 2022
Dr. Leslie Grover of Assisi House discusses what we learned from civil rights work that applies to disability rights work: organizing, communication, and heart.
Read moreHow can I get my teenager ready for independent living?
July 6, 2022
The transition to adulthood is hard. For kids with disabilities, it can bring extra challenges. In this podcast we talk about how to help our kids get ready.Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McKinney
Read moreCo-regulation: Your secret tool for managing meltdowns
June 29, 2022
Parenting comes with meltdowns - it’s part of the deal. But did you know that co-regulating with your child is often the fastest and most effective way to diffuse things when your child is upset? You may already be doing it, even if you’ve never heard of it. Learn more. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written…
Read moreHow do we address oppression based on race and disability?
June 15, 2022
How do we address disability rights and oppression based on race at the same time? Keep learning. Keep listening. Dr. Leslie Grover of Assisi House shares her insight.
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6 ways to be a fierce advocate for your child with disabilities
June 8, 2022
Advocating for your child with a disability can be hard. Here are 6 practical tips to help you make sure they get what they need. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McKinney
Read moreI thought OT was about workplace skills. Why does my child need OT if they don’t work?
June 1, 2022
If your young child has a disability or delay, you may have been referred to Occupational Therapy. But what does occupational therapy mean for a child? Anne and Kim from the McMains Child Development Center explain how OT can help a child with their most important work - play.
Read moreParents, let’s talk mental health
May 18, 2022
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. But what does mental health look like for those of us caring for children with disabilities? How can we support our children while still tending to our own needs? Here are a few ideas for you.Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read moreWant to support children with disabilities? Support their families.
May 11, 2022
One of the best ways to support children with disabilities is to support their families. But how? Exceptional Lives offers our 3 favorite tips.Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read moreThe key to improving your child’s experience in school? Parent-teacher relationships
May 4, 2022
For some children with disabilities, interactions with teachers and staff can be difficult. Watch this quick video from school counselor John-Pierre LaFleur to find out how building parent-teacher relationships can help.
Read moreMother’s Day special podcast: If you give a mom a minute
May 4, 2022
A tribute to mamas and people filling those mama shoes this Mother’s Day…. If you give a mom a minute, she’ll try to fill it with “just one more thing”...Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
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