
A lesson in the power of patience
Patience: Parents of children with special needs often put that at the top of their list of “must-haves.” You must be patient because every little daily task seems to take longer. You must be patient because these children won’t progress through childhood developmental milestones at a typical pace. You must be patient because they don’t always communicate like other kids.

Finding the right educational setting
When he was six, Alec Deuel received a bucket of dinosaurs for Christmas. He became so enchanted that that by the time he returned to

KJ and Tré: Twin Transformation
Parenting twins can be challenging enough, but when they’re toddlers with autism who are also nonverbal, the challenge is even greater. Like many twins, KJ

Respite Care Is Essential
For parents, guardians or other caregivers, the occasional break from pressing responsibilities can be a real treat. A date night, a weekend getaway or simply

The Art of Independence
If Mihaela Morgan wanted to evoke your pity, she probably could. After all, her early life story reads like a list of worst-case scenarios. Her
2018 Remarkable Partner
After identifying a need in his community, Steve Tofaute began Indy’s first special needs hockey team. His passion and energy for the program led him