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Galaxy Park: Dallas-Fort Worth’s Newest All-Abilities Playground
A space-themed, all-abilities playground is opening at Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, giving guests an opportunity to have fun as well as build motor skills and their social-emotional development.
Ending Elopement: When Your Child with Special Needs Takes Off
There’s nothing more terrifying than when your child takes off without you—here’s how to manage this behavior
A Special Education Consultant’s Top Tips for Parents
After a report showing problems in Texas’ special education system, here’s what moms and dads should know.
Preparing Your Child with Special Needs for School
Local administrators share advice for helping kids adjust to classroom expectations and time away from their parents.
Spotlight on Howdy Homemade Ice Cream
People with special needs are often frozen out of the workforce, but not at Howdy Homemade Ice Cream.
All About Developmental-Behavioral Pediatricians
If you’re concerned about your child’s development, behavior or the impact of a disability or disorder, seeing a developmental-behavioral pediatrician can speed the process of getting answers and a treatment plan.
Finding the Right Babysitter for Your Child With Special Needs
What to consider when asking family members or babysitters to not only watch your children but positively impact their cognitive abilities.
6 Great Apps for Kids with Special Needs
Like other kids, kids with special needs are diverse, and there are many educational apps that can help them with their needs. Here are some of the best.
12 Support Groups for Parents of Kids with Special Needs
Looking for a group that knows what you’re going through? Check out these 12 support groups for moms, dads and caregivers of little ones who need special care or treatment (including those in the NICU).
News Roundup: Top Stories In The Special Needs Community This Month
JUNE Disability Scoop – Amazon recently ordered a new comedic drama that will stream through Prime Video and will feature actors…
Holiday Gift Guide 2019: Special Needs
Check out our gift ideas for your child with special needs.
Tips for Playdates with Kids with Special Needs
Kids with disabilities or special needs are just like anyone else; they want to interact with friends and be loved and appreciated.
This Sensory Box Comes Right To Your Door
After a freak accident, Audrey Stewart’s daughter underwent brain surgery. Although the Fort Worth mom says you can’t tell her…
How To Be Like Me Brings Awareness To The Special Needs Community
Despite good intentions, your kiddo’s peers (and their parents!) might not understand how best to engage with your child. But…
Year-Round Adaptive Swim Lessons in Dallas-Fort Worth
These lessons are adapted for all abilities
SoundPrint Can Help You Find A Quiet Place In Dallas-Fort Worth
This app will help you find peaceful public places
How Dallas-Fort Worth Camps Serve Those With Special Needs
These North Texas camps go above and beyond in providing summer fun and entertainment for children and adults with special needs.
The Blooming Mission Behind Poston Gardens
Go tulip picking all the while supporting a good cause.
Tommy Hilfiger’s New Adaptive Fashion Campaign Features Texas Tween, Hailey Villarreal
Tommy Hilfiger has just launched his new fall campaign for Tommy Adaptive, his clothing line tailored to people with special needs. The American fashion icon dropped the official video for the fall campaign, which features a familiar face rocking the season’s newest styles—Texas tween Hailey Villarreal, an aspiring actress with cerebral palsy.