Resources for families with special needs - page 2

Each year the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego hosts an All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair! Families from around the county are invited to celebrate the last day of summer and gather information from resource providers for families with all abilities….

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Enjoy an Accessible San Diego 10 local spots offer helpful perks to kids and caregivers Many of San Diego’s favorite parks and museums offer accommodations for kids with special needs—but they’re thinking of parents and caregivers, too. Here are local spots that have amenities designed…

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Kim Kelly attended a special needs overnight camp for the first time at age 6. Before then her mom wanted to keep her close because Kim has hearing loss and orthopedic limitations. “My daughter needed to learn to do things on her own,” says Ruth,…

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We want to thank Sundt Construction for supporting the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego and our Flourishing Families publication by awarding us a $2,000 grant. Sundt has a long tradition of helping the communities where its employees live and work. It is well…

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We’re very excited to announce! The Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego won 2 big awards at the 45th Annual San Diego Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards. Our annual publication, Flourishing Families, received 2nd place in Special Interest/One-Time Publications category. A big win…

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Dogs are often known as a man’s best friend, but these loving animals can also change the life of a child who needs extra support. Therapy dogs are more than your average pet—they are trained to provide comfort and affection to individuals in hospitals, schools…

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One of the benefits of a special needs camp is that kids can share experiences with others who have similar challenges.  While camps designed for specific needs offer very specialized care, some families would prefer to attend a traditional camp that caters to all children….

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Kids of all abilities have similar experiences, how they manage the process can be different and require more care. We’ve reviewed several books for kids with special needs and the parents and professionals working with them.     The ABCs of Learning Issues by Dana…

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  KINNEBAR 200 $149.99; Kinnebar.com KINNEBAR is a portable and adjustable foot swing that fits under a child’s workstation. It allows children to move in their seat and improves in seat behavior as well as improve time on task. It is wonderful for all children,…

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Kid-tested, parent-approved toys for kids of all abilities!   Selma’s Dolls $39.99; SelmasDolls.com Selma’s Dolls introduce the beauty of differences through play. Via the storybook, parents can teach their children that differences are special and lead to friendship and understanding. And ultimately those differences lead…

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