Autism Awareness Month 2022 – A Personal Message

Autism Awareness Month 2022 – A Personal Message

Our initial Autism Awareness Month article discussed the facts and statistics correlating to this neurobiological disorder. In this post, I will share some personal knowledge, describing how autism affects my family and my views on how the focus of Autism Awareness...
Autism Awareness Month 2022 – The Facts

Autism Awareness Month 2022 – The Facts

April is Autism Awareness Month, sometimes called Autism Acceptance Month; however, I believe Autism Action Month seems the most appropriate. While raising awareness for those with autism is essential, taking action to ensure that autistic children, adults, and their...
How to Stop Bullying in New Jersey Schools – Recap

How to Stop Bullying in New Jersey Schools – Recap

Over the past several months, we have published several articles about bullying in New Jersey schools and how this bullying significantly impacts those with special needs. In this compilation, we are going to summarize the most important aspects discussed within each...
Know Your Rights – PRISE and the IDEA

Know Your Rights – PRISE and the IDEA

The Parental Rights in Special Education (PRISE) documentation helps ensure that the parents of children with special needs understand their rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Developed by the New Jersey Department of Education, PRISE...
The Personal Preference Program (PPP)

The Personal Preference Program (PPP)

The PPP provides monetary compensation to the caregivers of developmentally disabled children, whether that caregiver is a family member or another trusted guardian. To determine eligibility, a registered nurse assesses the adaptive living skills of the child and...