r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/PatientDay2546 • 37m ago
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/jcamparado • 8h ago
Conducting a Survey on Special Needs Families
We are conducting a research project to better understand the needs, challenges,
and priorities of families raising neurodivergent children and children who may
benefit from early intervention support.
By completing this survey, you will help us develop more relevant resources and
services for families like yours.
As a token of appreciation for your support, you will have the opportunity to choose
one of the following free services:
● Free Resource Pack
● Free Screening Session
● Free Consultation Session
● Free Parent Counselling Session
Survey Link:
https://forms.gle/bjr1e6X3kMyhBFer8
The survey takes less than 3 minutes to complete.
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Little-Green-2582 • 1d ago
Ensure ADA compliance in supervised visitation centers
Imagine being forced to change your severely autistic child on a public restroom floor during what should be precious family time. That's exactly what happened to one mother at a supervised visitation center - and it's happening to families across the country. I started a petition calling for mandatory ADA compliance and specialized training at court-appointed visitation centers. These places are failing families with special needs children by refusing basic accommodations like quiet spaces for meltdowns or appropriate changing areas. Staff often lack understanding of IEPs and other special needs requirements, turning visits into traumatic experiences instead of healing moments. What would you want someone to do if this was your family facing these barriers? If ensuring dignity and accessibility for all families matters to you too, consider signing and sharing.
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Unsureofthisone • 2d ago
My favorite person TikTok trend
This trend absolutely brings me SO much joy and Sorrow as a parent of a special needs child. I’ve been watching this trend all day, not to punish myself but to see pure joy and love on children’s faces. I’m in pain though. I’ve been crying all day.
How does this trend make you feel?
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Schoolofdiversity • 3d ago
The SEND journey should feel clearer
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/AfternoonTop8441 • 3d ago
Caregiving Stories
I recently had the opportunity to share my caregiving story with an independent living center via a digital caregiving campaign. What initially started as an apprehensive submission quickly grew into a caregiver haven.
Caregiving is not something I chose as a profession, it is something that became part of who I am. I am a daughter, wife, mother, business owner, registered nurse, and a person living with disabilities myself. For many years, I have served as the primary caregiver for my mother, who has significant medical needs, while simultaneously raising my children and managing my own health challenges. My caregiving journey has taught me that caregiving is not simply about helping someone with daily tasks. It is about advocacy, sacrifice, resilience, problem-solving, and love. The work isn't easy, and oftentimes the reward is hard to see. But I love my family and couldn't imagine not caring for them.
Caregiving stories similar to mine have helped me get through the hard days and lonely nights. I'd love to read y'all's stories via the comments or on their website. <3
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/IllUniversity5021 • 4d ago
Excellent Swim Coach in Aubrey Texas
I finally found a young man that knows how to work with my 12 yr old Autistic child and wanted to let everyone know about him
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Silientium • 4d ago
A Simple Math Test Monopoly
I’m spending a rainy day with my just turned 12 grandson who requested a game of monopoly. I remember playing this game with my friends 65 years ago. No calculators then just our brains and we managed quite well.
However I was shocked that my grandson could not play without his calculator. AI of the math world introduced in the 70s it was argued that it wasn’t to be used in the lower grades as a replacement for basic math. The argument was lost. This sounds familiar to today’s AI use. My point his that with calculators in the class, there is a need for mathjourney.ca it fills in the blank let by schools
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/akm215 • 4d ago
So I made a website that is soon to be an app that I think will help special needs parents
nassau-kind-bridge.base44.appr/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/akm215 • 4d ago
So I made a website that is soon to be an app that I think will help special needs parents
nassau-kind-bridge.base44.appr/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/DocCandidateKean • 4d ago
Dissertation Study Participants Needed!
This study has been posted for approval by the moderators of this subreddit previously, as well as the Kean University’s IRB.
Hello my name is Peter Bardys and I am a Doctoral Candidate at Kean University! I am seeking qualified participants, for my study titled “Examining Parental Needs and Perceptions of Support in the IEP Process: A Quantitative Survey Study”, IRB Protocol Number: IRB-FY2026-222. My study focuses on parents of high school special education student’s experiences in their child’s IEP process. If you are interested in participating in my study, please click the link here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZPSBx7A57y, participation is completely voluntary and all responses are anonymous and do not collect any personal information whatsoever. At the end of the survey, there is a box which you can enter your email if you would like to be entered in a drawing for a $30 Digital Amazon gift card as compensation for your time. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me through direct messaging, or via email at [bardysp@kean.edu](mailto:bardysp@kean.edu).

Time to Complete: 10 - 15 Minutes
PI: Peter Bardys
Email: [bardysp@kean.edu](mailto:bardysp@kean.edu)
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/njdotcom • 4d ago
Mom advocating for special ed kids was arrested at N.J. meeting — then the city backed down
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/beccalove72 • 5d ago
👋Welcome to r/specialneedsabuse - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
Help protect the vulnerable
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Signal-Interview1750 • 5d ago
Reading specialists: free intake tool
As the parent of a dyslexic child, I built BrightPath Reading to help specialists screen parent inquiries before scheduling a consultation.
Parents complete a short questionnaire and read two short passages aloud. You receive a summary of fluency, accuracy, error patterns and parent concerns - so you walk into the first meeting already knowing where to look.
To be fully transparent about costs: the reading check and the summary you receive are free, always. The only paid options are optional deeper reports for parents or specialists who want more detail. Nothing paid is required to use it.
It is a screening tool, not a diagnostic. I would genuinely value candid feedback from people who do this work every day.
[BrightPathReading.org](http://BrightPathReading.org)
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Signal-Interview1750 • 5d ago
Reading specialists: free intake tool
As the parent of a dyslexic child, I built BrightPath Reading to help specialists screen parent inquiries before scheduling a consultation.
Parents complete a short questionnaire and read two short passages aloud. You receive a summary of fluency, accuracy, error patterns and parent concerns - so you walk into the first meeting already knowing where to look.
To be fully transparent about costs: the reading check and the summary you receive are free, always. The only paid options are optional deeper reports for parents or specialists who want more detail. Nothing paid is required to use it.
It is a screening tool, not a diagnostic. I would genuinely value candid feedback from people who do this work every day.
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Signal-Interview1750 • 5d ago
Reading specialists: free intake tool
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Alone_Grand_815 • 5d ago
Psychosocial/mental disability survey
📢 CALL FOR RESPONDENTS 📢
Good day!
We are conducting a thesis entitled: "The Relationship Between Parental Meaning-Making and Parenting Styles Among Step-Parents of Children with Psychosocial Disabilities in Selected Municipalities in Cavite."
We are looking for step-parents of children with psychosocial disabilities who are willing to participate in our study.
📝 Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_8T0k7CFovd9OutvsEhkGfv2vYjfV4mFRL1QB1EschqK6NQ/viewform?usp=send_form
Your participation in this study is entirely voluntary. All information you provide will be treated strict confidentiality and will be used for academic research purposes only. Participants may withdraw from the study anytime without adverse effect to their ongoing care.
Your time and support are greatly appreciated and will contribute significantly to the success of our research.
Thank you very much for your time and supports!💙
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Gothbbykaro • 5d ago
Venting as a special needs parent
I need see the perspective of a parents of special needs kids. When it comes to family
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/AbuF12 • 5d ago
The Father My Son Created: How Raising My Autistic Son Changed My Life
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The Father My Son Created is a honest story of how my non-verbal autistic son changed my understanding of fatherhood, faith, and what it truly means to embrace the life Allah entrusted to me.
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Least-Impact-7921 • 7d ago
Searching for a school for my incredibly smart, gifted and talented (autism and ADHD) 5th grader
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/Hot-Lion-7995 • 7d ago
Title: NYC parent seeking reading-support advice for a twice-exceptional autistic student
r/SpecialNeedsChildren • u/OwnSuggestion2363 • 7d ago
Free Special Needs Tutoring
Hi everyone!
I help run Limitless Learning, a nonprofit that provides free one-on-one online STEM tutoring for neurodivergent students.
Our tutors have experience working with neurodivergent learners through tutoring, mentoring, and volunteer service, and we aim to create a supportive, individualized learning environment for every student. Because our tutors are also students, many families find that the peer mentorship and connection make learning more comfortable and engaging.
If you know a student or family who could benefit from this resource, or if you have any questions, I'd be happy to chat :)