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Holidays

Holidays can require special consideration. There are many issues and changes that emerge that can make holiday times more stressful for individuals with communication and learning challenges. This department will share information to help guide everyone toward success.

Caity Meets Her "Health Folder"
Marianne Bryant

Well this is a topic that no mom really wants to approach. Yet as all moms of daughters know, we eventually must approach the subject and with much apprehension. I had taken Caity to her pediatrician and was told that sometime within the next two years, the big event of her period would occur. I was in a major panic since I had not even thought of her being anywhere remotely close to this event. It seemed like just yesterda . . . keep reading

Golden Roasted Turkey - Gluten-Free- Great for Special Occasions!

This recipe is from Whole Foods Market. This deliciously moist roasted turkey is surprising in its ease of preparation. It's exactly what you remember from Thanksgiving dinners of old - only better. While you can prepare this turkey recipe without the brining step, we highly recommend you to give it a try as this process produces wonderfully succulent meat. When set on the table, this beautiful bird is guaranteed to elicit oohs and aahs. . . . keep reading

Use Picture Framing As Visual and Social Aid for Children with Autism
Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP

Giving gifts is a tradition for the holidays. Gifts to students ... gifts from autistic students ... Think about making distinctive, personalized gifts that will create memories. Something unique for the giver or the receiver. Something that will be remembered for a long time. Frame it Picture frames make great gifts when they are empty. They make better gifts when there is something in them. Taking a traditional photo to put in a picture frame makes a meaningful gift. But there are some other possibilities. . . . keep reading

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