3/26/2021 0 Comments Help Preschool Learners to Thrive!Helping preschoolers with special needs to learn at home can be quite challenging. But, there is help and hope! Check out our recent discussion with Amy Salazar, BCBA as she shares ways to help your preschool learner thrive. Tips include starting with small tasks, imbedding learning into your existing routing, and rewarding with high-interest items.
Amy Salazar, BCBA Amy is the Regional Director of Juvo (Autism and Behavioral Health Services). Amy has been with Juvo since 2014, providing services in East Contra Costa County before expanding services to San Diego. With her background in social services, Amy is passionate about increasing access to quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and using evidenced-based procedures to provide individualized care to each client. Amy holds her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, completed her Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction (Applied Behavior Analysis), and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP Crystal is the president and director of Sanford Autism Consulting, a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about assistance in advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at [email protected]. Subscribe. Like. Share. Comment
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3/23/2021 1 Comment Making Learning Fun 4 Kids!Learn how to put the fun back into learning for our kiddos with unique needs. Learn from expert Pam Garrity of Triton Support Services as she shares tips for parents and caregivers. Tips include creating colorful visual schedules, building in break time, and piling on the compliments for your learner.
Pam Garrity Pam Garrity is the parent representative and community liaison for Triton Support Services. Her background ranges from being a special education teacher to being the program director and community liaison for an ABA company for many years. Pam feels that parents know their child the best and the entire family can benefit by giving parents tools to support the family. Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP Crystal is the president and director of Sanford Autism Consulting, a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about assistance in advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at [email protected]. Subscribe. Like. Share
3/16/2021 0 Comments Help My Teen Learn at Home!
Is your teen struggling to engage in distance learning, hybrid learning, etc.? There is help and there is hope! Learn more from our special guest Kathleen Smith who brings over 25 years of experience supporting teens with IEPs in public schools. Kathleen's tips include reaching out to teachers and asking for 1-1 sessions as needed to better understand your child's assignments.
Kathleen Smith
Kathleen Smith is a wife and mother who has raised seven children with her husband of 30 years. She has worked in education for over 25 years as a paraprofessional, supporting children with IEPs of all ages. Kathleen is a huge advocate for a good parent/teacher relationship because she believes it is critical for the success of students. Kathleen is also a seamstress and enjoys home decorating. Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP Crystal is the president and director of Sanford Autism Consulting, a consulting practice offering IEP advocacy and parent empowerment classes for fellow special needs families throughout the U.S. Crystal specializes in supporting families impacted by Autism, as well as other unique challenges such as learning disabilities and ADHD. To learn more about assistance in advocating for the special education your child deserves, contact Crystal at [email protected].
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Has your child experienced significant regression during Distance Learning? If so, you may have a case to request Compensatory Education services. Check out our interview with Carly Christopher, Esq., Special Education Attorney, to learn more... Audio Version Guest: Carly Christopher, Esq.
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About the Thriving Special Families Podcast...Thriving Special Families is the perfect podcast for special needs families...especially those impacted by Autism. Join us for insight, humor, and hope along your special needs journey. Our host, Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP, ASDCS interviews experts, community members, caregivers, and other special needs allies. She also shares from her experiences as an Autism parent, speech pathologist, and educational advocate. This is our podcast special needs families...let's thrive!! Archives
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