Why do you need special needs decorations? A diagnosis of autism or related challenges can decrease your radius dramatically. Which means you likely are spending more time in your home than you may have thought possible. So why not make it as festive as you can? If your child is like mine, ... View Post
Autism Family: 4 Simple Indoor Sensory Activities
Do you need indoor sensory activities? Meeting your child’s sensory needs is challenging year-round, but often it is even more difficult in the winter months. In some parts of the country, freezing temperatures and harsh weather conditions make it difficult to get to favorite spots, or even ... View Post
Autism Family: Simple Ideas for Outdoor Fun
Is Outdoor Fun Important to Your Autistic Family Member? Different autistic individuals have different affinities. Some are attached to animals, others fixate on cars. My son is very nature and outdoors focused. He would choose to be outside 24 hours a day, 365 days a year if at all ... View Post
Sensory Theraplay Box: 3 Reasons Your Special Needs Family Should Try It
Have you heard of a Sensory Theraplay Box? If you haven’t, then here are three reasons your special needs family should try a Sensory Theraplay Box today. Online Shopping: What special needs family doesn’t appreciate online shopping? You can shop while your child is ... View Post
What to do in Kona: 5 Piece of Mind Picks
What to do in Kona? There is so much to do on the Kona side of Hawaii’s Big Island that you will want to spend at least a week. There is no end to the list of “perfect days” you can plan in the Kona area of the Big Island. Most visitors fly into Kona International Airport and rent a car. ... View Post
Hilo Hidden Gems: What to do in Hilo Hawaii
What to do in Hilo Hawaii? Have you ever been to Hilo? Here are some ideas of what to do in Hilo Hawaii - time to plan a visit! Though most flights - and thus most visitors - arrive on the "Kona side" or western side of Hawaii Island, you take some time to think about what there is to do in ... View Post