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A big worry for all parents is that their child might experience an emergency when they are not there to help. This can feel magnified as a parent to a child with a chronic medical condition, developmental delays, or communication differences. A great step you can take to ease these worries is to have your […]

Whether you are in overall good health or facing serious medical challenges, thinking about end-of-life planning can be difficult. Asking family and other loved ones to have a conversation about these end-of-life wishes can feel even more difficult. But it’s worth taking on the challenge, with benefits for you and your loved ones. If you […]

If your child has developmental disabilities, you are a critical asset for them to receive support and services for their condition, especially when they can’t advocate for themselves. Likewise, focusing on your child’s abilities (rather than the disability) will remind them that their strengths are not defined by a medical diagnosis. According to the Centers […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 40% of school-aged children and adolescents live with at least one chronic medical condition. This is not only life-altering for the child but for their caretakers as well, because chronic conditions can require a great deal of care and monitoring. The added responsibility can […]

As years go by, there’s often a distinct moment when you realize that your parents have become “older folks.” Maybe it’s looking at a recent photo that really shows the changes in your dad’s face. Maybe it’s the first time you notice how long it takes your mom to get into the car. It’s around […]