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Using Transition Assessments to plan for life after high school
March 8, 2023
For students with disabilities, schools use transition assessments to plan for life after high school. Learn how this works.
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Exceptional Lives Disability Services Finder
March 1, 2023
Exceptional Lives’ Disabilities Services Finder is a free tool to help you find a provider in your area based on your child’s disability.
Read more“Don’t give up hope.” A parent’s story of raising a child with disabilities.
February 23, 2023
“There’s some really, really hard days. Just don’t give up hope.” Listen along to hear one parent’s story and the lessons she learned along the way.
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What is the IDEA act?… and other Special Education mysteries decoded.
February 8, 2023
Do you know your rights under IDEA? It’s the law that requires schools to provide special education services. Listen along to learn more.
Read moreMy child is in special education. What should I know about IDEA?
February 1, 2023
Do you know your rights under IDEA, the law that requires schools to provide special education services to students with disabilities?
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What kinds of programs can support my child as they become an adult?
January 26, 2023
It can be scary when your student with a disability transitions to adult life. But there are programs and resources to support them. Learn more.
Read more“Calmness feels nice;” An interview about how tapping helped one mama’s anxious child.
January 4, 2023
Processing emotions takes time, patience, focus, practice, and follow-through. It’s easy for anxious kids to get overloaded. In this podcast interview, Exceptional Lives Team Member, Carey Luckey, talks about how tapping helps her son.
Read moreNew Year, Same Me
December 22, 2022
Setting New Year's resolutions that you don't follow through with can leave you feeling defeated. Instead, focus on how amazing you are this year and share that with those around you! We’ll be taking a short break from the podcast to celebrate the holidays with our families but we’ll be back in your feed the…
Read moreServices for children with disabilities (and their families, too)
December 21, 2022
Looking for services for children with disabilities? Start here to learn about the 3 systems that can support your child and your family.
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Welcoming families of children with disabilities at the holidays
December 18, 2022
Holiday gatherings can be stressful. If you’re welcoming a family with kids with disabilities, here are six things you can do to make sure they feel welcome. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
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A letter from Anne Punzak Marcus, Co-Founder and CEO of Exceptional Lives
December 14, 2022
2022 marked a return to normal for many, but families of children with disabilities still face obstacles. Exceptional Lives is here for you.
Read moreOne Quick Question: How can the school help if my child is having trouble reading?
December 7, 2022
If your child is having trouble reading, their school can help. Watch this video to see how.
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5 things to do if your autistic child needs an ambulance
December 7, 2022
If you are parenting an autistic child, you know that accidents and ambulances can be particularly overwhelming. Here’s what one mom did to make things easier on her child during an emergency. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Nell Curran
Read morePrepare your child for the workforce with job skills training for young adults with disabilities.
November 30, 2022
What job skills do employers look for? Prepare your child for the workforce with job skills training for young adults with disabilities.
Read moreIEP, advocacy, and GO! How one mom got her child with a disability off to a great start in school.
November 16, 2022
At the age of 3, Corinth, who has Spina Bifida, was ready to start school. Read about Corinth and his mom’s journey from diagnosis to school.
Read moreTransition to school for 3-5 year olds with disabilities: a timeline
November 14, 2022
Is your child with a disability getting ready for pre-k or Kindergarten? Here’s a timeline of exactly what you need to do at each point.
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Building a village of support: 3 ways to help children with disabilities live their best lives
November 9, 2022
Building a village of support for our children with disabilities can help them live their best lives. Listen to our podcast, this week, for 3 steps to make that happen. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Marisa Howard-Karp
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Why my one vote has the power to help children with disabilities
November 3, 2022
Voting Issues for Parents & Guardians of Children with Disabilities Can be Different Than Others. Here is What Voting Looks Like For Us.
Read moreBetter parenting using self-regulation
October 27, 2022
If you’re parenting a child with a disability, you’ve probably seen the term self-regulation. In this week’s podcast, learn what self-regulation is and how improving your ability to self-regulate can help you be a better parent. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie McIsaac
Read moreWhy vote? How to vote? How to vote safely?
October 26, 2022
Your vote can help protect programs that support family members with disabilities. Learn some tips to vote safely and make sure it counts.
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