Please access this collection of online resources to learn more about the disabilities and special needs that many of our buddies have. Knowledge is power and these resources can be used to better understand and communicate with the children our organization serves.
Understood.org
Understood is an organization that helps people with disabilities. Their programs connect families, children, and adults with disabilities, with resources, communities, and more. They have a bunch of articles on all kinds of aspects of disabilities. To find information on a certain disability/etc. try searching for what you are looking for, as they have tons […]
How to be a Friend to Someone With Autism-U.S. News
This article of U.S News talks about exactly what the title says, explaining how to better communicate with a friend with autism. Here is the article: https://health.usnews.com/health-news/health-wellness/articles/2014/04/09/how-to-be-a-friend-to-someone-with-autism
CDC: Developmental Disabilities
The CDC website has information, resources, and links for many developmental disabilities including autism spectrum, ADHD, language/speech disorders, and more. Here is their resource on developmental disabilities: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/developmentaldisabilities/specificconditions.html Here is the CDC homepage: https://www.cdc.gov/