New Windsor, NY – The Town of New Windsor is proud to announce the launch of a new special needs youth bowling program being run by the Tow...
For the past 15 years, the Thrive Foundation for Youth has enabled leading researchers to explore the science of thriving, or what it takes to achieve one’s full potential. What they’ve found could turn the tide for millions of disadvantaged youth in America.
If you’re a special needs family, we welcome you to Woodridge! Your family, your experiences, and your unique situation brings so much to the church as a whole. As a special needs mom, I didn’t always feel that. I’ve only been the Special Needs Ministry Director for Woodridge for a short time, but I have
The first step to becoming an ally to transgender and nonbinary people is to learn more; thank you for taking that step with us! It …
Ways to Care for Young People Who Are Attracted to More Than One Gender Introduction At The Trevor Project, we’re always working to create a […]
I was 25 years old when I experienced my first flat tire. I had only been driving for four years at that point since, in my day, foster children weren’tGet
We want to give you the opportunity to tell the world how special your dad is.
The Family First Prevention Services Act provides many opportunities to transform the child welfare system into a system of support that is focused on prevention and strengthening families.
The best way -- really the only way -- to make a lasting difference in the life of a seriously troubled child is to provide help to the whole family.
My daughter's body is changing. But inside, she remains a child.
But life sometimes takes an unexpected turn. And in the midst of my lowest time came a tiny gift. One that I was completely unprepared for.
It takes a special parent to care for a child with special needs. Typically, these parents’ greatest financial concern is ensuring their children are cared
Seasoned special needs families offer wisdom to those just starting their journey.
There are many challenges that greet the parents of special-needs kids.
Our guest has deep experience as a parent of two children with special needs. She eventually started a career in the field working to build communities of support.
Mighty Moms for Special Needs meetup connects parents of special needs children.
There are many children who are in need of support and families who need connection. We at Catholic Social Services (CSS) are working to support them.
When a loved one is lost, there are no words to describe the pain felt by the people left behind. For parents who are grieving the loss of a pregnancy, stillbirth, or an infant… they face the…
“You’re so special!” If I had a dollar for every time my wife and I have been told that I would never have to work again. Jill and I have adopted nine children, all exposed to drugs and alcohol, and most having more severe special needs. We also have two biological children who were so young […]