February 16, 2023
https://collegeautismnetwork.org About: The College Autism Network links varied stakeholders engaged in evidence-based efforts to improve access, experiences, and outcomes for college students with autism What They Do Advocacy: We empower college students with autism by amplifying their voices within the academic community and by providing free access to materials designed to […]
February 15, 2023
Check out our Special Needs Planner, Stephanie Thompson, as she joins with two realtors from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago to discuss how to make housing more inclusive, from building accessible homes to learning how to better serve clients who are differently-abled or have special needs. Check out the video here. […]
February 15, 2023
AASPIRE offers this link to provide to healthcare providers for additional information and supports. You can learn more by visiting their dedicated link at https://autismandhealth.org/
January 27, 2023
Join the SNMS for some Super Bowl fun. Squares are $20 a piece and will benefit the squad for future events. Payouts are as followed 1st-$200 2nd-$250 3rd-$200 Final-$350 Click SIGN UP HERE to sign up and choose your squares. Payments can be made to our Venmo account…Either scan image […]
January 27, 2023
IRIS (Integrated Referral Intake System) is here to help make a change in your community. They assist families getting them connected to the services and resources they need. It’s a great way to bring community partners together to make something better. IRIS is a great place to turn to for […]
January 22, 2023
SOOOO many opinions on ABA therapy. This post is NOT to influence whether or not to seek treatment, it’s simply to offer some quick resources I’ve stumbled upon: 1.) BACB website: this site will offer variety of information and literature regarding specifics on ABA therapy and certification process/criteria. BACB was […]
September 9, 2022
As a family caregiver, there will be times when the stress of life becomes overwhelming. You are working a full-time job, taking care of your own children, and then you are also the caretaker of an aging parent or relative. You might even feel like you are being pulled in […]
September 7, 2022
What is PUNS?? P.U.N.S (Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services) is a database of Illinois infants, children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities who have needs for developmental disability services or support. The PUNS database helps us identify and plan for your immediate needs. How do I sign-up […]
April 9, 2022
Ever heard of Katie Beckett? Or PUNS or Waiver Programs? If you are like me, it can be overwhelming and downright confusing. Why do I need to enroll my kiddo in these waiver programs? Do we even qualify? What does it do exactly? Where do I even start? Did you […]
November 24, 2018
Sabotage-sab·o·tage verb deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage. ‘Give Danny a daily dose of sabotage’ was advice given to me from my son’s occupational therapist years ago. Hearing that word didn’t make me feel all warm and fuzzy. I feltthe exact opposite. Why on earth […]
September 26, 2018
I don’t know about you, but I am NOT a fan of colder weather. It’s not because I don’t like the cold, I prefer it to be honest. Its the unknown of which brand of jeans to buy my Danny. He prefers ‘comfy pants‘ which consist of: sweat pants, ‘swishy’ […]
July 11, 2018
What is Red Food Dye #40? Does it really have an impact on our health? I listened to a nutritionist today bring up briefly the topic of Red Food Dye #40 and the research of its impact as a neuro-toxin. I took it upon myself to google the list of […]
June 27, 2018
‘Decoding the IEP’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) WHAT IS AN IEP anyway??? To determine exactly which services your child needs, you will work with a team of specialists to complete a written document known as the Individualized Education Program (IEP). Every child who receives special education services must have an IEP. The […]
May 14, 2018
Hey Moms! I have a fellow mama looking for a pediatrician in the Joliet area. Any suggestions? Likes or Dislikes?! Let’s help this fellow mom out! Thank you!!!
February 16, 2023
https://collegeautismnetwork.org About: The College Autism Network links varied stakeholders engaged in evidence-based efforts to improve access, experiences, and outcomes for college students with autism What They Do Advocacy: We empower college students with autism by amplifying their voices within the academic community and by providing free access to materials designed to […]
February 15, 2023
Check out our Special Needs Planner, Stephanie Thompson, as she joins with two realtors from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago to discuss how to make housing more inclusive, from building accessible homes to learning how to better serve clients who are differently-abled or have special needs. Check out the video here. […]
February 15, 2023
The Mom Squad had a blast celebrating Halloween sensory style! We are excited to host again in 2023!
February 15, 2023
AASPIRE offers this link to provide to healthcare providers for additional information and supports. You can learn more by visiting their dedicated link at https://autismandhealth.org/
January 27, 2023
Join the SNMS for some Super Bowl fun. Squares are $20 a piece and will benefit the squad for future events. Payouts are as followed 1st-$200 2nd-$250 3rd-$200 Final-$350 Click SIGN UP HERE to sign up and choose your squares. Payments can be made to our Venmo account…Either scan image […]
January 27, 2023
IRIS (Integrated Referral Intake System) is here to help make a change in your community. They assist families getting them connected to the services and resources they need. It’s a great way to bring community partners together to make something better. IRIS is a great place to turn to for […]
January 22, 2023
SOOOO many opinions on ABA therapy. This post is NOT to influence whether or not to seek treatment, it’s simply to offer some quick resources I’ve stumbled upon: 1.) BACB website: this site will offer variety of information and literature regarding specifics on ABA therapy and certification process/criteria. BACB was […]
September 9, 2022
As a family caregiver, there will be times when the stress of life becomes overwhelming. You are working a full-time job, taking care of your own children, and then you are also the caretaker of an aging parent or relative. You might even feel like you are being pulled in […]