AAC 2 Replies

Let's talk AAC - what do you or your child use, what do you like about it, or not?I'll start: Jon uses a TechSpeak32. Not crazy about it because it requires changing sheets to change categories,…Continue

Started by Jonsmom. Last reply by Hammiesays Nov 9, 2009.

When I say Play, you say?

Hi friends,I am in the process of starting a blog section on adaptivePlay and I would love to tap into our Jonsroom community to find some…Continue

Started by adaptivePlay Nov 2, 2009.

Horror stories of biomed approaches

This is a long blog by Science-Based Medicine, but if you have the time, it's worth a read. I came back to it a few times before I finished it, myself.…Continue

Tags: science, vaccines

Started by Carly Oct 16, 2009.

health care reform, charity, and special needs 11 Replies

I recently had a long discussion with someone opposed to all entitlement programs, including those used by families and individuals with special needs. This person insisted that 'charity' is the…Continue

Tags: special, needs, charity, reform, care

Started by Linda Salter. Last reply by Jonsmom Oct 13, 2009.

i need help get in to a house 4 Replies

sec8 is full what do i do how i have a son who as autism and no where to goi need help ?

Started by kelly woodall. Last reply by Bill Lewicky Oct 10, 2009.

The Washington Post Shouldnt be Promoting DAN 6 Replies

I cant believe that a Washington Post advice column published on August 21 promoted…Continue

Started by HoCoMom. Last reply by Jonsmom Oct 9, 2009.

Interesting article about adapted play for children with special needs

read this article if you get a chance:http://www.latan.org/facts/facts4.htmlContinue

Started by adaptivePlay Oct 7, 2009.

First public protest by ASAN in Oregon against Autism Speaks PSA 2 Replies

Here's a YouTube video of local news coverage -Oregon ASAN protestContinue

Started by Jonsmom. Last reply by Jonsmom Oct 5, 2009.

Home autism screening overalls 1 Reply

Regarding the site admin's blog post, "Home autism detection device raises concerns", I ran across a…Continue

Started by Carly. Last reply by Another Mom Oct 5, 2009.

1 out of 91 children now? 1 Reply

That's really scary. The more data we get from more reputable sources, the worse the news seems to get.

Started by HoCoMom. Last reply by Jonsmom Oct 5, 2009.

switch-adapted toys 1 Reply

Hi everyone,We wanted to inform our wonderful jonsroom community of a new adventure that my friend and I have started to help bring Play to children with special needs. Please check out our website…Continue

Started by adaptivePlay. Last reply by adaptivePlay Sep 29, 2009.

New here! 3 Replies

Hi, I'm Diana but most people call me Dee. I have 5 children. Cody is almost 17 and has Autism/ADHD and Seizures. Next is Stephen who is 15 and has ADHD, then there is Michael who just has a few…Continue

Started by Diana Woodson. Last reply by Diana Woodson Sep 26, 2009.

Welcome!

I want to welcome all of our new members. Our community is starting to really take off lately, and I love all of your comments and your participation. Keep it up - it's good that we have each other!

Started by Jonsmom Sep 26, 2009.

Hi I'm Karen also known as BratAngel333 I'm née 1 Reply

Hi I'm Karen I'm married 2 Hubby George we have 2 beautful girls Bryanna 10 yrs & Stephanie (Stephy) 7 yrs oldStephy has severe autism & I have ADHD Aspergers OCD Depression & learning…Continue

Started by Karen Halabura. Last reply by Jonsmom Sep 26, 2009.

siblings 6 Replies

As the adult (56!) sibling of a woman with Down Syndrome, I have a deep interest in the topic of the siblings of special needs children and would be interested in discussing any aspect of this topic…Continue

Started by Linda Salter. Last reply by Linda Salter Sep 23, 2009.

Looking ahead to when your special needs child becomes a special needs adult. 3 Replies

I am the guardian of my adult sister who has Down Syndrome. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to plan ahead. I know you are all working day and night now to care for your children, but…Continue

Started by Linda Salter. Last reply by Linda Salter Sep 22, 2009.

Health Care Reform 2 Replies

I am the co-owner of the website and co-administrator of the health care reform organization HCASAP (also on twitter & facebook) Because of my own personal interest in the special needs community…Continue

Started by Linda Salter. Last reply by HoCoMom Sep 21, 2009.

Remember the Kent State professor that was killed by her son who had autism? There's a compentency hearing today. 6 Replies

Both prosecutors and defense attorneys have told the judge that the boy is not competent to stand trial. Why is there even a hearing in this case, if the prosecutors agree? Shouldn't the boy just be…Continue

Started by Carly. Last reply by Jonsmom Sep 15, 2009.

Remembering 9/11 today

Never forget. As much as possible, we need to teach our children. I'm still not sure how, but it must be done. God bless.

Started by Jonsmom Sep 11, 2009.

Kudos for the President's health care speech 1 Reply

I cant tell you how happy I am that Pres. Obama gave a strong speech on health care reform this week. I was getting so discouraged seeing the silly cable news garbage taking over the debate this…Continue

Tags: reform, care, health

Started by Susan. Last reply by tom146 Sep 11, 2009.