May

22

Thursday Tools - Ablephone

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May 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Today’s tool is the Ablephone!
From their website:
ABLE-PHONE is a leading manufacturer of Voice Activated Telephones. We have been producing Voice Activated Speakerphones for over 14 years. ABLE-PHONE is the result of the re-directed efforts of a company started in 1960. In 1985 our product developer became acutely aware of the needs of the physically […]

May

15

Thursday Tools - Sensory Interventions

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May 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Today’s tool - Sensory Interventions!
From their website:
Sensory Interventions was designed primarily to help parents and therapists to find appropriate sensory integration products for helping children with Sensory Processing Disorders to develop Sensory Integration and achieve their maximum potential. Many of these sensory integration products and developmental toys are also useful as Sensory Toys for […]

May

8

Thursday Tools

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May 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Today’s Tool is another clothing resource… Myself Belts!

Promotes independence & boosts self-esteem!
One-handed closure easy to fasten & unfasten!
Mom-invented, award-winning belts for kids!
Perfect for special needs; adult belt sizes too!
Functional, fashionable, and fun to wear!

From their website:
Two sisters, Talia Bahr Goldfarb, a mom and social worker, and Danielle Bahr Eason, a mom and retail industry […]

May

1

Thursday Tools - Medicaid & Diapers

Posted by preciouschild

May 1, 2008 | 4 Comments

Got this tip through a group I belong to:
If your child is Autistic and/or has another disability, are still in diapers and/or pullups, and they qualify for Medicaid they could be eligible to receive diapers/pullups that Medicaid pays for. You will need a Doctor referral!! The diapers/pullups are delivered directly to your home once a […]

Apr

24

Thursday Tools

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April 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment

SleepSafe Beds!
A friend of mine has one of these, which has helped her back out immensely - her child’s getting pretty big.
Yet another resource that may help you out.

Apr

17

Thursday Tools

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April 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment

A mall for us! Adaptivemall.com, pediatric rehab products.
From their website:
Our services at the Adaptivemall.com® help families find the best equipment to support their children at their highest functioning level. We have created an experience for you that makes equipment selection a positive one. Our primary goal is to empower you with resources that allow […]

Apr

10

Thursday Tools

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April 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I want to preface this by saying I have NOT read the book. This isn’t a book review, but resource I’m providing you that you may not have known about prior.
Parenting Children with Health Issues is a book that claims:
Parenting Children with Health Issues is a groundbreaking new program which helps parents and professionals […]

Apr

3

Thursday Tools

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April 3, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Perhaps your child has AFOs (Ankle Foot Orthotics)… And you struggle with getting shoes on?  Do they even fit?  Here’s a solution:  Hatchbacks!
From their website:
An entirely new kind of shoe. The Hatchbacks brand was born from the frustration of a new parent struggling to put a pair of shoes on the foot of a […]

Mar

27

Thursday Tools

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March 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment

With warmer weather slowly approaching, it might be time to start thinking about what we’ve actually got in the closet.
My Pool Pal makes swimsuits with floaters, and diapers, for the water. They can also make larger sizes customizable. Just a thought in case a dip is called for, but mama’s having trouble with […]

Mar

20

Thursday Tools

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March 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Don’t forget to let me know of a specific need, and I’ll see if I can find something for you for these Thursday editions…
Today’s Tool: Adaptations by Adrian, adapted clothing.
From their website:
Our adaptive clothing features back-openings with hook and loop closures, side zippers and wide band elastic waists for easy dressing, fashion and comfort.
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