If you're among the cache of senior caregivers, you know that free time is a precious commodity. However, picking up a side job can be a great way to make the most of your free time. Not only can a side job provide some extra income, but it can also be a great way to meet new people and learn new skills. In this blog post, we'll give you some tips on how to pick the right side job and make the most of your free time. Senior Caregivers There are a few things you'll want to keep in mind when picking a side job. First, consider your existing … [Read more...]
Three Important Ways Special Olympics Abu Dhabi Will Transform Society
The Special Olympics brings the spectacle of sport and human achievement to the Middle East March 15-19. Though played out on the Arabian Gulf, the impact of the courage displayed on the fields, unified competition, and strides into promoting healthcare for the most underserved on the globe will send ripples across the seas. Here are 3 important ways Special Olympics Abu Dhabi will transform society. Ways Special Olympics Abu Dhabi Will Transform Society 50 years and the Power of One Special Olympics turned 50 this past year. It is hard … [Read more...]
Tips for Becoming an Effective Autism Advocate
Has autism spectrum disorder touched your life? Given the current statistics from the CDC, (1 in 59) it is quite possible your child, relative, neighbor, or you yourself have connections to this disorder. If autism is personal, action must follow. Changing the world, including its level of awareness, understanding, and inclusion, takes thoughtful and unified steps. And passion. Though I am far from a professional advocate, I have learned much from my year as an Autism Speaks Volunteer Advocacy Ambassador. Here are my tips for becoming an … [Read more...]
How to Make Friends with a Classmate Who Has Autism | A Stewie Boom! and Princess Penelope: Handprints, Snowflakes and Play-Dates Book Review
Autism is a spectrum disorder (ASD) that affects each individual in distinctive ways. Perhaps in ways as unique as handprints and snowflakes. Though there is a wide variation of obstacles a child with ASD may experience (such as language deficits, sensory hyper/hypo sensitivities, and interfering behaviors), social isolation is perhaps the most painful hurdle for these families and children. Planning an play date for classmates with autism is as valuable for neurotypical children as it is for those in the neurodiverse community. * I … [Read more...]
SleepBuddy Complete Sleep System for Children on the Autism Spectrum | A Review
Sleep disturbances are commonplace for those with special needs. According to the Autism Research Institute, autism spectrum sleep disorders occur at a staggering rate of approximately 80%. Unfortunately, nightly routines are often extra challenging for these children, which can further delay crucial sleep developmental milestones. With the aid of behavior modification techniques, often parents can tackle the obstacles that come with napping, sleeping through the night, and/or transitioning from the crib to bed. SleepBuddy Complete Sleep System … [Read more...]
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