The holiday season is supposed to be full of fun, laughter, getting together with family and friends and food is often an integral part of every gathering. But for families […]
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Uniquely Us
Uniquely Us is a unique opportunity to address special needs issues and concerns and to celebrate life. If you have something in particular you would like to read about, please write to pn@northstateparent.com (please include UU in the subject line).
From One Dad to Another: Partnership Over Pressure
Watching my young son discover the world—the way his eyes light up when he figures out how to stack blocks or the concentrated furrow of his brow as he works […]
How One Local Dad Is Advocating for Inclusion in the North State and Beyond
When Anderson resident Jordan Heberlein learned his daughter Brooklynn would be born with Down syndrome, he had no idea how deeply it would transform his life, not only as a […]
Supporting Kids with Invisible Disabilities
This month is Mental Health Awareness Month and it’s the perfect time to gain a better understanding of invisible disabilities and how to best support the children who live with […]
When The Nest Is Never Empty: Realities of Parenting a Child with Disabilities into Adulthood
For most parents, the idea of an “empty nest” is a bittersweet milestone. It marks the time when their children leave home and parents shift into a new phase of […]
Navigating the Process of Conservatorship for Developmentally Disabled Adults
Filing for conservatorship is a long, often complex journey that many parents and caregivers of disabled children embark on as their child approaches the age of 18. Like many parents, […]
Out and About Shasta County Fosters Independence and Inclusion for Disabled Adults
For parents and caregivers of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, finding activities in their community that fit their needs can be difficult. While there are plenty of programs for […]
Parental Advocacy and a Supportive School Environment Set the Stage for Success
When raising a child with special needs, advocacy becomes second nature. It starts with speaking up for your child’s needs at home and then expands to schools, doctor’s offices and […]
Halloween Tips for Families of Children with Diverse Abilities
Although Halloween can be a fun time for kids of all abilities, it often can be overwhelming for children with special needs. They may have trouble with the loud noises, […]
Fostering a More Inclusive Community: Special Olympics of Northern California
The Special Olympics, founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in 1968, is an organization that serves millions of athletes in over 190 countries, promoting inclusivity, empowerment and community engagement. Here in […]
