Special Needs News Archives - L.A. Parent

'Blippi Meets Hans the Robot'

Blippi and Easterseals Partner for new inclusive episode

Registration Opens for Adaptive 2021 Angel City Games

Holistic Early Education

New Developmental Kindergarten for Neurodivergent Children

Fitness Activities for Individuals with Disabilities

Special Olympics Bowling Season Begins July 11

Kid-designed & Kid-approved

New Accessible Playground at Lionel E. Hudson Park

Young inventors

Local Twins Win in Hearing Loss Invention Contest

Virtual Performances, Workshops, and Art Exhibit

Planting “Seeds of Kindness” with The Music Center’s “Very Special Arts Festival”

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SoCal Beaches Increase Accessibility

New Access Mat at Venice Beach

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

Largest Study to Date links 102 Genes With Autism

The Builder Bees Hive Offers Fun and Friendship for Girls

Helping Puppies Become Guide Dogs of America

Youth Cycling Association: Paving a Road to Cycling for All

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

Academy of Pediatrics Updates Autism and Developmental Delay Guidelines

Real-world Training at Finn’s Bistro Empowers Students with Disabilities

Could Cannabis Oil Help Children With Autism?

An Adventure Story About the Power of Family

Educators, mentors and advocates celebrate their diversity

Sparking Hope: How One Project is Propelling Autism Research

The Sasha Project LA: Art That Helps Heal

This Boutique Airline is Autism Certified

How Research Can Help Parents of Children with Autism Prepare for the Future

autism and sleep

When Autism and Sleep Issues Collide

Kids Gym Provides Inclusion for Children – And its Owners

Shemesh Enterprises

Despite Fire Devastation, Shemesh Enterprises Unique Culinary Program Continues

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

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

Simple Questionnaire Helps Spot GI Problems in Kids with Autism

USC Seeks Help with Studies of Assistive Robots

Parental Love Wins in ‘Far From the Tree’

autism awareness month

An Autism Awareness Month Update

Local Kids Help Write and Illustrate Anti-Bullying Book

A Unique Academy Helps Kids on the Spectrum Transition to Adulthood

For Parents of Teens With Autism, Optimism Buffers Stress

Down syndrome

Kid Podcast ‘Brains On!’ Explores Down Syndrome

Robotics Startup Creates Companion Helpers for Kids

Dance/Movement Therapy Helps Kids With Autism Connect

New Research and a Tourette Syndrome Update

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Inclusive LA: Summer Camp for All Abilities

Learning About Rancho History – and Service Dogs!

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Out, About and Inclusive In L.A.

Disability In L.A.’s Multicultural Melting Pot

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Helping Kids With Autism Find Work

ABLE Plans Let Those With Disabilities Set Financial Goals

Matt Asner Becomes Vice President of Development For Autism Society of America

Deaf Son’s Need Inspires Swim Shirt Company

Pam Lyn King: Coaching From the Heart

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

Help Group Summit Focuses on Autism, Learning Disabilities and ADHD

Special Needs - ETTA Official Visit

Summer@ETTA Gets An ‘Official’ Visit

A Boy and His Dog Share Love and Therapy

ETTA Expands Day Program Offerings for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Special Needs Conference Focuses On Balance For Families

Angel City Games Bring Adaptive Sport To L.A.

Jennifer Jones: Raising Awareness for Kids With Special Needs

L.A. to Host 2015 Special Olympics World Games

Temple Grandin to Appear at Club Nokia

Breaking the Sound Barrier for Children Born Deaf

UCLA Researchers Hope to Make Earlier Autism Detection Possible

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Studying Tummy Troubles and Autism

Brain Training Technique Holds Promise For Kids With Special Needs

Brain Balance of Brentwood Now Open

Young Artists Pitch In On Vintage Mural

Stepping Up To the Plate For People With Autism

Local Scout Stands Tall Despite Challenges

Pujols Steps to the Plate for Special Needs

Kole Kodimer: A Westhills Champion

Steve Everett: Power(ful) Soccer Role Model