My Deaf Child
My Deaf Child introduces parents to American Sign Language. This class is free of charge to parents of children 36 months or younger who are deaf or hard of hearing….
My Deaf Child introduces parents to American Sign Language. This class is free of charge to parents of children 36 months or younger who are deaf or hard of hearing….
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written document that sets forth a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). It is a statement of educational need and specially designed instruction…
…across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE; https://www.nih.gov/include-project) is investigating common conditions in DS and the general population, such as Alzheimer’s disease, autism, celiac disease, congenital heart disease, and diabetes….
…two prominent books about promoting wellbeing in adults with Down syndrome: Mental Wellness in Adults with Down Syndrome: A Guide to Emotional and Behavioral Strengths and Challenges The Guide to…
This article from Autism Speaks explains Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. https://www.autismspeaks.org/applied-behavior-analysis-aba-0…
…Nicolas M. Oreskovic, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital; Richard Fleming, PhD, Professor Emeritus, University of Massachusetts Boston Part of the MDSC 38th Annual Virtual Conference https://www.youtube.com/embed/KzKjZFWnqfA…
…to ensure our wallets are ready for what lies ahead. It’s never too late to make resolutions for the new year! Part of the MDSC 37th Annual Virtual Conference https://www.youtube.com/embed/IBo7ygXqZhU…
…Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Clinical Geneticist, MassGeneral Hospital, Director of Quality Improvement Research, MassGeneral Hospital Down Syndrome Program Part of the MDSC 37th Annual Virtual Conference https://www.youtube.com/embed/wYGh8D1XuT4…
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jcZV54TmZ6Y Join the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for this informative presentation. NDSS will share a current overview of their programs, legislative priorities,…
https://www.youtube.com/embed/BzLtBmUSxAc Planning for your family’s goals and a full and supported life for your child with disabilities is a complex task. While each family’s unique circumstances will drive their planning…