All Disability and additional needs articles
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Article10 ways Christian parents can provide an alternative Halloween for children with additional needs
Halloween poses specific challenges for youth and children with additional needs - Mark Arnold proposes 10 ways to deal with the issues that arise at this season
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ArticleAutism, meltdowns and shutdowns – practical advice for Christian parents
Meltdowns and shutdowns in autistic youth and children are challenging - Lynnette Peckett says understanding them can make all the difference and gives practical tips for Christian parents to help support with care, patience, and love
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ArticleRethinking disobedience when your child has ADHD
If a child has ADHD it can be difficult for Christian parents to think about what obedience and disobedience look like - Abigail Armond provides some helpful thoughts
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Article3 things additional needs Christian dads need to know
Mark Arnold gives three ways a Christian dad can respond positively to the news he has a child with additional needs
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ArticleSupport for Christian parents of autistic children heading off to a new school this September
Transitioning to a new school is hard enough without the additional complexity of autism - Lynn McCann helps parents navigate a doubly difficult time
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ArticleIf you’re dreading the summer holidays the joy of the Lord can be your strength
The school holidays will soon be here. For some families that’s a brief respite – children who struggle with school and are misunderstood in the classroom will experience a welcome relief. But for others it can bring difficulties. Children who rely on the security of the classroom routine can be completely thrown out by the unpredictable weeks stretching before them. Not all summer holiday play schemes can meet the requirements of children with additional needs, so it falls to mum and dad. It’s doubly hard, of course, for single parents.
