Read the excerpt to better understand the Project SEARCH High School Transition Program. This excerpt includes the program overview, visual breakdowns of the program's phases, and a Student Selection Rubric Guide. Read More
In these first introductory pages to The Special Needs Planning Guide, read about financial planning as well as the key stages of special needs planning. Developed by two financial planning experts, this one-of-a-kind book is a must-have for parents and caregivers. Read More
This chapter introduces the concept of special needs planning and discusses considerations for various life stages from early childhood to adulthood. Read More
What does it really mean to be a welcoming congregation? What does it look like to meaningfully include people with disabilities? Learn answers to these questions and more in this excerpt from Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities. Read More
Read the excerpt for in-depth coverage of the needs, emotions, and parenting experiences of fathers of children with autism. A psychologist and father of an adult son with autism, author Dr. Robert Naseef has both personal and professional expertise to share with overwhelmed families Read More
This chapter illustrates the importance of life skills instruction and discusses best practices in instruction. Specific strategies are discussed and handouts for teaching laundry skills and using an ATM are included. Read More
We all occasionally encounter difficulties in daily communication (ie; noisy room, uncharged cell phone battery), but people suffering from aphasia must confront additional barriers. After reading this excerpt, you'll know how to better support these individuals in experiencing positive day-to-day social engagements. Read More
Parents of children with special needs should read this excerpt from Sleep Better!: A Guide to Improving Sleep for Children with Special Needs, Revised Edition, a guidebook to help put sleep problems to bed and help whole families get the rest they need. Read More
Read the introduction to better understand the scope of the book, exemplary regional, provincial, and statewide programs, exemplary national initiatives related to autism, and how to improve services through training, research, and policy. Read More
Read the introduction to learn about the purpose of the book, the autism treatments approaches covered by the book, and an overview of the background of intervention strategies for communication and social interaction. Read More