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Emotional wellness activities for kids

The Genius of Play’s ‘Emotional Wellness Playbook’

Sponsored Content

Wayfinder Provides a Special Place for Education

We Love It

A Few of Our Editors’ Favorite Things Right Now

Dismantling the stigmas

Addressing Your Child’s Learning and Thinking Differences

Games can be a conduit to family connection

Not Just Fun and Games

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5 Home Addition Options to Create Space for a Growing Family

Transition Tips

Q&A: CIP Long Beach on transition to adulthood for teens with autism, ADHD and other learning differences

Inspiration for that upcoming birthday

Trending Birthday Party Themes for Kids

From a garden party to craft fairs, treat Mom to a special day in or around L.A.

10 Mother’s Day Events L.A. Moms Will Love

For Your Next Staycation

Checking In: The Pierside Now Open In Santa Monica

Celebrate nature April 3-9

National Wildlife Week in SoCal

Brunches with Bunny, and More

Check Out These Celebratory Easter Events in L.A.

New Kid Shows

New On Screen: What to Watch in June

What We’re Reading this Month

Book Corner: Crafts, Self-Confidence and Being Yourself

Mom and daughter in funny disguise

Using Humor in Parenting

Finding Humor in Pandemic Parenting

I Have a Child with Special Needs and Built My Own Good Life

Fighting for Educational Justice for Black Children

This Nonprofit Takes Travelers with Disabilities in a New Direction

The Builder Bees Hive Offers Fun and Friendship for Girls

Helping Puppies Become Guide Dogs of America

Carnival Cruise Line Earns Certifications to Assist Guests With Autism, ADHD, PTSD, Down Syndrome and Sensory Issues

Make Sure They Took It

Good Lessons on a Bad Day

An Adventure Story About the Power of Family

Meeting Special Needs Family Style

This Boutique Airline is Autism Certified

Does My Child Really Need Psychotherapy?

When Families With Disabilities Should Seek Legal Help

Inclusive Products We Love

Finding the Right Parent Support Group

Supporting Siblings With and Without Disabilities

Sensory-Friendly Story Times at L.A. Libraries

SoCal Programs Let Kids with Disabilities Play with Purpose

Local Programs Support Teens and Young Adults with Disabilities

Summer Camps for All Abilities

Kids Gym Provides Inclusion for Children – And its Owners

7 Reasons to Join a Parent Support Group

Social and Job Skills are the Focus of Center4SpecialNeeds Programs

Course Offers Special-Needs Moms a Mindful Return to Work

iFLY all abilities

Defying Gravity and Disabilities with iFLY

adaptive living

Adapted Living: Style & Accessibility

L.A. Found Program Helps Locate Missing Persons with Disabilities or Dementia

Social Cipher: A Video Game Galaxy of Social Skills

The Second Birth: Navigating the Transition to Adulthood when Your Child has a Disability

Teaching Interactions: Social Skills Tips that Parents can Use at Home

Parental Love Wins in ‘Far From the Tree’

adaptive clothing

Adaptive Clothing Hits the Mainstream

accessible water play

Splash! Accessible Water Play Around Los Angeles and Beyond

helping moms

Jessica Patay: Helping Moms Be ‘Brave Together’

rare diagnoses

Your Child Has What? Navigating the Challenges of a Rare Medical Diagnosis

helicopter parenting

Avoiding Helicopter Parenting: To Hover or Not to Hover

positive parenting

The Power of Optimism

Local Kids Help Write and Illustrate Anti-Bullying Book

A Unique Academy Helps Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood

Parents Caring for Special Kids Should Take Special Care of Themselves

For Parents of Teens With Autism, Optimism Buffers Stress

Connect and Communicate With these Three Strategies

inclusive friendship programs

Friendship Programs Link Kids of All Abilities

parenting

Why We All Need a Parenting Village

Robotics Startup Creates Companion Helpers for Kids

Building a Social Network For the Non-sporty Kid

Dina Kimmel Chats About Inclusive Play

accessible los angeles

Out, About and Inclusive In L.A.

Inclusivity in Hollywood

Inclusivity in Hollywood: Young Actors With Disabilities Find Benefits on Stage and Screen

Dating for Young Adults With Disabilities

Disability In L.A.’s Multicultural Melting Pot

paying for your special needs child

Facing Your Finances: Paying for Your Child’s Disability

Mom Judging Makes Parenting Kids With ADHD Even Tougher

Cooking Tips for Special Kids

ABLE Plans Let Those With Disabilities Set Financial Goals

special needs

Young Adults With Autism Need Workplace Social Skills

special needs

The Art of Autism: Growing Up

special needs

Must-Do Self-care Tips For Special-Needs Moms

Freewheeling At the Beach

July Fourth Fireworks With Sensitive Kids

A Family with Unreasonable Hope

5 Tips to Lessen Summer Visitation Drama

5 Don’ts For a Stronger Marriage

L.A. Sports Programs for Kids With Special Needs

Support For Special Needs Siblings

Working On a Dream

Why the World Needs Kids of All Abilities

Eight Ways to Calm Autism-related Anxiety

Estate Planning For Families With Special Needs

Pam Lyn King: Coaching From the Heart

Summer Camp for Special Kids

Putting People With Autism To Work, Now

Keeping Bloodhounds On the Scent of Missing Kids

Pairing Special Needs Families With Quality Providers

USC Telehealth Offers Free Help For Special-Needs Caregivers

A Conference To Talk About Typing

For Autism Initiative, Sesame Street Looks to Our Neighborhood

13-year-old Chef Cooks With Food Greats at Autism Speaks Gala

New Online Autism Training For Babysitters Available

School Involvement for Special Needs Parents

Help Group Summit Focuses on Autism, Learning Disabilities and ADHD

Helping Special-Needs Teens Transition Socially

A Boy and His Dog Share Love and Therapy

Special Needs Conference Focuses On Balance For Families

3 Keys for Success with Highly Sensitive Kids

Taking Care of Your Child’s Smile

When Parenting is Not What You Expected

Making the Skies – And Airport – Friendlier For People With Special Needs

Support For Parents of Kids With Special Needs

Breaking Bad’s RJ Mitte On Growing Up With CP

Spiritual Connections For Special Needs Families

Getting Kids With Special Needs Ready for Adulthood