Monthly Archives: September 2012

who should i bring as an advocate for my child

Posted on September 27, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

I feel it safe to say that this will short post my only advice is pick someone you trust but that also knows your child well because knowing the back story will help you listen differently. Stay tuned for tomorrows … Continue reading →

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Why I need an advocate for my child

Posted on September 26, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

An advocate is a great tool for any family with a child who has a disability. I had an advocate fairly early in my educational career. The role of this person was to essentially act as a second set of … Continue reading →

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how to explain cerebral palsy to your child

Posted on September 25, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

I am attempting what feels like the impossible here. How to describe cerebral palsy to a child that has it: I am not sure that it is entirely necessary to do this. I mean, I grew up knowing something was … Continue reading →

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Access 2012 and Justin Hines

Posted on September 24, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

On Friday, my roommate and I went to the access 2012 trade show. This event showcased the latest in disability related items. Everything ranging from top-of-the-line accessible vehicles to mobility aids as well as new technology to make accessing a … Continue reading →

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if they become fascinated in your communication device they will want to listen

Posted on September 20, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

if you can get people to look past the communication devices that you use and see you for you then the battle is won make it interesting and allow people to ask questions and be prepared to answer them! if … Continue reading →

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how do you make friends if speech is an issue for you

Posted on September 19, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

yesterdays post is here this is the next part If you draw attention to how you communicate and make it interesting it will hold peoples attention I have personally been interested in communication devices if you like my content why … Continue reading →

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explain to your peers about the ways in which you communicate

Posted on September 18, 2012 by lifeofthedifferentlyabled

for some who have cerebral palsy: speech is an issue be it simply an issue of clarity or verbal communication all together meaning that they are non verbal. if you like my content why not help me out by joining … Continue reading →

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