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  • Words to Know (Special Health Care Needs Glossary) for Parents


    This glossary defines terms on health care, government benefits, learning, legal and financial matters, and more.

  • Learning Problems for Kids


    Having a learning disability doesn't mean you can't learn. The trick will be figuring out how you learn best.

  • Financial Planning for Kids With Disabilities for Parents


    These steps can help take the anxiety and worry out of your child's financial future and make sure that your child will be taken care of even after you're gone.

  • Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for Parents


    Some kids may be eligible for individualized education programs in public schools, free of charge. Understanding how to access these services can help you be an effective advocate for your child.

  • Caring for Siblings of Kids With Disabilities for Parents


    Kids love their siblings. Often, those who have a brother or sister with special needs want to help. Here's how to help them feel loved and secure about their place in the family.

  • Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Tips for Teachers for Parents


    IEPs make teachers of students with special needs responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring educational plans to help the students succeed in school. This article is for educators.

  • Understanding Dyslexia for Teens


    Dyslexia is a learning disability in which people have difficulty learning to read, even though they are smart enough and are motivated to learn. Learn more about dyslexia and how to deal with it.

  • Fragile X Syndrome Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents


    What teachers should know about fragile X syndrome, and how to help students with the condition do their best in school.

  • Caring for Your Child With Cerebral Palsy (CP): Birth to Age 5 for Parents


    If your child has cerebral palsy, there's a lot to know. This checklist makes it easy to find out what programs and services may be available to you.

  • Understanding Dyslexia for Parents


    Dyslexia is a learning disability that makes it hard to learn to read and understand written language. Even kids with average or above-average intelligence can have dyslexia.