November is Epilepsy Awareness Month. As part of spreading awareness, please enjoy this interview from a pioneer in Epilepsy Awareness, founder of The Epilepsy Network, Tiffany Kairos. Hello Tiffany. Thank you so much for taking the time to open up to Special Happens readers during such an important month for the Epilepsy Community. … Continue Reading
Category Archives: Community Spotlight
Celebrating Autism SIBLINGS … Your Invitation from Jennifer Butler Modaff : Guest Post
When my son Caden was diagnosed with autism a little past his 2nd birthday in 2008, I knew very little about the spectrum. My research and our daily experiences quickly revealed the misconceptions that exist about autism and individuals on the spectrum. As a result we decided to create an awareness campaign focused on increasing… Continue Reading
Community Spotlight – Ability Path
Whether your child holds a single or multiple diagnosis, we all need support. We look for others who speak the same language, have the same struggles, and could help in the navigation of a life full of systems and scenarios very different than expected. There are a number of support groups and informational hubs available… Continue Reading
Community Spotlight • Autism Understanding and Acceptance
It’s April 1. April Fool’s Day to most, and the beginning of Autism Awareness Month to a growing population. Parents raising children on the Autism Spectrum no doubt have strong opinions… how to best treat our children. Why our kiddos have Autism, whether or not we’d like a cure. We know of different resources, the… Continue Reading
Community Spotlight • Caryn Haluska of Living With Logan (March 2011)
Say you need some help. Maybe nothing big, just a shoulder to lean on, but find none about you. Suppose you are raising funds for your son’s service dog, or to get your child to the best facility in the country for one disability or another. Or, let’s just say you need a review, to… Continue Reading
Community Spotlight – Meningioma Mommas • Liz Holzemer
Meningioma. I’m sure many of you look at that as a typo. If you recognize the word, likely it’s because you should, you have reason to, you or another in your life has been affected by this. What is it? Meningioma is a type of brain tumor, the most common primary brain tumor. I don’t… Continue Reading
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