Benefits of Nature for Neurodiverse Children
One in five children in the United States, which equates to more than 14.5 million children, has special healthcare needs such as physical, developmental,...
Brain-Training Center Comes to Howard County
The Brain Balance Achievement Center program is coming to Howard County, offering resources for children and adults who aim to improve their focus, cognitive...
Does Your Child Have a Specialized Need? There’s a Camp for That
Every kid deserves the chance to be able to make friends, learn and play at camp, but finding a camp that fits is more...
Using Our Voices for Selective Mutism Awareness
Gregarious. Imaginative. Involved. That’s how Dr. Lisa Kovac described her daughter Noelle’s personality as a child. Young Noelle would put on plays at home...
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
If your child receives a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can be a bittersweet moment. The diagnosis could confirm your intuition that...
Autism and Feeding Therapy: 5 Things to Know
When it comes to concerns about autism and food selectivity, many caregivers have questions that are both specific and challenging. The starting point to...
How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month this July
What is Disability Pride?
Every July parades roll out; libraries post signs and hashtags like #DisabilityPride trend on social media for Disability Pride Month—but...
Therapy Pets: The Hardworking Companions that Lend a Paw and a Heart
Having a pet around the home adds comfort, companionship and often laughter to family life. But for children undergoing therapies, recovering from an illness...
Dyslexia: Warning Signs and the Importance of Early Intervention
In the United States, dyslexia affects an estimated 1 in 5 individuals, making it the most common learning difference nationwide. Dyslexia can pose challenges...
General Disability Resources
These pages are part of a special, expanded inclusive section in the October digital issue of Baltimore's Child. Read it here.
