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We help parents of kids with special needs become confident caregivers by sharing parent stories, therapy and teacher techniques and expert solutions. If your child has developmental delays, join our community to find hope and empowerment. Little Light House is a tuition-free Christian developmental center for children ages birth to six. Our mission is to glorify God by improving the quality of life for children with special needs, their families and communities. https://www.littlelighthouse.org/the-crew/

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From Diagnosis to Resilience: Empowering Parents of Children with Special Needs

May 31, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 12.5 MB

In the podcast episode titled 'From Diagnosis to Resilience: Empowering Parents of Children with Special Needs,' host Mindy Wiggins engages in a heartfelt conversation with Kimberly Fritz, a dedicated mother whose son, Noah, has special needs. Kimberly shares her journey from the initial realization that her son was different to navigating the challenges of obtaining a diagnosis and finding the right resources. She highlights the crucial role of organizations like the Little Light House in p...

What is it like Having a Sibling with Special Needs - Teen Panel

May 24, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MB

Teens share their unique perspectives on the blessings and challenges of being the sibling of someone who has special needs. For more information on the information discussed in this episode, visit https://positivepsychology.com/coping/ https://positivepsychology.com/maladaptive-coping/ https://positivepsychology.com/coping-skills-worksheets/ Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

The Struggle of Living without a Diagnosis - Parent Story

May 17, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MB

Betty Esparza is an LLH parent whose daughter Alyssa is part of the 50th graduating class.  Betty chatted with us about her journey with Alyssa and Russell-Silver Syndrome.  For more information on Russell-Silver Syndrome visit https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/4870/russell-silver-syndrome Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Dad of Special Needs Children Support Group - DOSA

May 10, 2023 10:01 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MB

Join us as we interview Jeremy Warren is the executive director of DOSA (Dads On Special Assignment), a group specifically for fathers of children with special needs.  For more information about DOSA and how you may get involved, Jeremy may be reached at [email protected] or check out dosausa.org   Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Challenges Families with Special Needs Children Face - Parent Panel

May 03, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MB

Insight from parents of children with special needs. Listen in as a group of Little Light House parents talk about the challenges their families have face and give advice on how similar families can get through them stronger than ever. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or where ever you get your podcasts! Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠ HKBK Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠  Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com...

Challenges Families with Special Needs Face - Parent Panel

May 03, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MB

Insight from parents of children with special needs. Listen in as a group of Little Light House parents talk about the challenges their families have face and give advice on how similar families can get through them stronger than ever. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or where ever you get your podcasts! Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠ HKBK Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠  Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com...

Tips and Tricks for Vacation with a Child with Special Needs

April 26, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 15.1 MB

Traveling with a child with special needs can present unique challenges, but with careful planning and preparation, it can also be a rewarding and enriching experience. Join our host as she interviews Lorie McNeal, of Dreaming About Vacations and Dreaming About the Mouse, a travel advisor certified to plan for hundreds of destinations.  She can be reached at [email protected] or (918) 906-5730. Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠ HKBK Inst...

Having a Sibiling with Special Needs

April 19, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MB

Kim Kite is the Director of Volunteers at LLH.  Her story of being the sibling of a person with special needs and how she came to work at the Little Light House is so encouraging.  Little Light House: ⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠ HKBK Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast⁠⁠  Join THECREW: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

A Unqiue Journey with Down Syndrome - Parent Story

April 12, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MB

Brittany Chandler is an LLH parent whose daughter Brooklyn is part of the 50th graduating class.  Brooklyn’s unique journey with down syndrome, arthritis, and tuberculosis is inspiring.  The information in the article that Brittany referenced can be found at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8932915/ Little Light House: ⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/ HKBK Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast⁠  Join THECREW: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u...

HKBK Archive: Hope of Down Syndrome: Gracie's Story

August 03, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

HKBK Archive: Sensory Processing: A Compassionate Perspective

July 27, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MB

Learn to identify and accommodate your sensory differences as well as your child's. In this episode, Jodi Howe, Occupational Therapist, discusses the senses, including proprioception and vestibular. We talk about sensory processing, thresholds, and Winnie Dunn's Sensory Profile. Sensory seekers benefit from fidget toys, a rubber band, or a piece of Velcro under their desks. Sensory avoiders are helped by paintbrushes and tools that help them explore messy textures without over stimulating th...

HKBK Archive: Helping Your Child Navigate Feeding Problems

July 20, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

This week we bring back our most popular episode.  Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Archive: Helping Your Child Navigate Feeding Problems

July 20, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

This week we bring back our most popular episode.  Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Season 3 Announcement

July 13, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 4.28 MB

Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Car Seat Safety

July 06, 2021 13:34 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MB

Did you know that children between one and two years old are five times safer riding rear-facing than forward-facing? Did you know that nine out of ten car seats are installed improperly? With expert advice from our friends at Safe Kids, you can have peace of mind knowing that your child is as safe as possible in the car. Learn more about child passenger safety at www.safekidstulsa.com. Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkid...

Facing Life with Multiple Children with Special Needs

June 29, 2021 13:23 - 1 hour - 90.8 MB

Join us for our final episode from our month of encouragement for dads on life with multiple children with special needs.  Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Facing Unemployment as a Special Needs Dad

June 22, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MB

Sean Novak's daughter was born with a syndrome so rare; it went undiagnosed for years. Eventually, they learned that Gretchen has PURA Syndrome. When the Novak family was expecting their fourth child, Sean was laid off from his job. In this conversation, he shares how he had to face the fear of not providing for his family. 

Fatherhood: A Conversation with Special Needs Dads

June 15, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MB

In honor of Father's Day, Shawn Sejera, Philip Abode, and Sean Novak have an honest conversation about being a father to a child with special needs. They cover topics including what they expected fatherhood would be like and how reality is different, the impact their children's needs have on their marriage and how they protect their marriages, and what advice they would give to other dads.  Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpin...

I Almost Lost My Wife and Child

June 08, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MB

Shawn and Jerusha Sejera kick off our four-part series to encourage dads by sharing their journey through a high-risk pregnancy that was potentially life-threatening for both mother and expected child. Their son, Giovonni just graduated from the Little Light House and is shining his light in the world. Through laughter and tears, the Sejera's share how God has met them in their joys and struggles. Here is a brief video of Shawn recounting his story https://youtu.be/FSAXYVEldFc. Shining Lig...

Hope for Coloboma: Sophia's Story

June 01, 2021 13:25 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MB

Three-year-old Sophia was born with Coloboma, resulting in visual impairments in both of her eyes. Her parents share how they discovered her diagnosis, responded to it, and help her live life to the full. At the end of the show, Lynda Crouch, Sophia's vision therapist at Little Light House, joins us to share her perspective on Sophia's progress. Shining Light Conference - Learning to See at Home and School registration info: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/shining-light-conference/ Little ...

Staff Story: Honest Thoughts from a Mother of Three Kids with Special Needs

May 25, 2021 09:00 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MB

Bri Dodson is no stranger to pain. She knows the heartache of infertility, miscarriage, and strained relationships. In this conversation, she shares the highs and lows of parenting kids with various complex diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and ODD. Learn how she finds hope amid heartache. Shining Light Conference: Learning to See https://www.littlelighthouse.org/shining-light-conference/ Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

Staff Story: An Empathetic Perspective on Seeking Help for Your Child

May 18, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Brittany Gartner graduated with my Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2013. As part of the Little Light House therapy team, she specializes in working with children with mild to severe developmental disabilities. She is passionate about early intervention, gross motor skill development, and parent education. In today's episode, Brittany shares about realizing her son needed PT. By sharing her story, she hopes to encourage and empower other parents. You can find more resources to help your kids...

How God is Sustaining

May 11, 2021 13:13 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MB

Mother of three adopted kids with special needs and author of three devotionals inspired by her children, Mindy Cariker Wiggins shares some of the insights recorded in her latest book, How God Is Sustaining Me. Mindy shares practical insights into hearing God's voice through your daily experiences. To learn more about Mindy, refer to the previous Helping Kids Be Kids podcast, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: An Adoption Story. Mindy's God Speaks devotionals are available on Amazon https://www.amazon....

How God is Sustaining Me

May 11, 2021 13:13 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MB

Mother of three adopted kids with special needs and author of three devotionals inspired by her children, Mindy Cariker Wiggins shares some of the insights recorded in her latest book, How God Is Sustaining Me. Mindy shares practical insights into hearing God's voice through your daily experiences. To learn more about Mindy, refer to the previous Helping Kids Be Kids podcast, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: An Adoption Story. Mindy's God Speaks devotionals are available on Amazon https://www.amazon....

Being a Mom on Mission

May 04, 2021 11:13 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MB

Amy Bonham is the Special Needs Ministry Administrator for Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a mother of three, she shares her journey with her middle son, who has autism. For a season, she laid aside her thriving community and successful teaching career to be a stay-at-home mom. A life-long learner with a servant's heart, she diligently learned all she could to help her son. God used her school administration, teaching, and curriculum development expertise to launch Champions Club for h...

How to Communicate with an AAC User

April 27, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

Keith Boyd, an LLH alumnus with spastic quadriplegia, communicates with a Tobii Dynavox, an eye gaze-enabled speech-generating device. His Dad and his best friend collaborated with him to share the value of AAC to unlock Keith's voice. Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

What it's like to Communicate with LAMP

April 20, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

Lance McLemore is a brilliant young man on the autism spectrum who uses LAMP Words for Life as his primary form of communication as a result of expressive aphasia. In this conversation, he uses LAMP to share his expereinces as an AAC user. Direct inquiries about hiring Lance for speaking engagements to Center for AAC and Autism at [email protected]. Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram:...

What is the LAMP (Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning) and LAMP Words for Life?

April 13, 2021 11:39 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MB

John Halloran, SLP, and creator of LAMP, joins us to share the origin story of the therapy approach called LAMP (Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning) and the assistive technology tool called LAMP Words for Life. Learn more about how the Little Light House, a LAMP Center of Excellence, integrates communication tools to support the speech and language development of students who are experiencing delays in those areas. Center for AAC and Autism https://www.aacandautism.com/ HKBK Facebo...

What is Augmentative-Alternative Communication?

April 06, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

Have you ever wondered, "What is AAC, and why would I want to use it with my child?" Stefanie Olson, an Assistive Technology Practitioner, explains the benefits of AAC. She assures that AAC does not prevent a child from learning how to speak. It can be a temporary or lifetime support. The LLH uses a therapy approach called LAMP (Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning) and an AT tool called LAMP Words for Life to support our students' speech and language development who are experiencing ...

Finding a Church with a Speical Needs Ministry

March 30, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MB

Contact Amy Bonham: [email protected] A Special Purpose: http://aspecialpurpose.org/ Information to provide a church so they can prepare to support your child: https://victorykids.family/championsclubform HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Little Light House: https://www.littlelighthouse.org Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Pt. 4 Parenting Though the Pandemic - Guilt-Free Home Schooling

March 23, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

Being a parent is a big responsibility. Former Little Light House special education teacher and home-school mom shares the big-picture vision and goals that helped her raise her kids to fulfill their God-given potential. This episode provides insights for creating a purposeful, joyful family culture. This practical message conveys values and practices that help parents bring out the best in their kids. Jody affirms that God will not give us more than we can handle with His grace, love, and w...

Pt. 3 Parenting Through the Pandemic - Guilt-Free Technology

March 16, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MB

Let’s face it, trying to determine how to guide our kid’s use of technology can produce a lot of anxiety. Especially while we are staying at home for work and school. How do you determine what’s best for your family? Assistive Technology Practitioner and down to earth mother-of-two is here to give perspective and grace on this timely subject. Resources: Media and Young Minds (Policy Statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics): https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/138/5/e2016...

Pt. 2 Parenting through the Pandemic - Messy Play

March 09, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

Let's get messy! If your child receives Occupational Therapy, you've most likely heard of messy play or sensory play. Our OTs are here to demystify and simplify messy play. It's just playing that incorporates the senses, and it's fun! We'll help you think like a therapist and give ideas to have fun with your kids while engaging all of their senses. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Little Light House: ht...

Parenting through the Pandemic - Messy Play

March 09, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

Let's get messy! If your child receives Occupational Therapy, you've most likely heard of messy play or sensory play. Our OTs are here to demystify and simplify messy play. It's just playing that incorporates the senses, and it's fun! We'll help you think like a therapist and give ideas to have fun with your kids while engaging all of their senses. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Little Light House: ht...

Parenting through the Pandemic - Learning Language through Literacy

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

It's been a year now since the stay-at-home orders, and COVID precautions went into effect. To support you in your parenting at home, we are launching the "Parenting through the Pandemic" series. Our first topic, literacy, focuses on one of the powerful practices of intentional parenting: reading aloud with your child. Today we guide you through the stages your child will go through in their pre-literacy journey with activity suggestions, book recommendations, and ideas to use literacy to su...

Pt. 1 Parenting through the Pandemic - Learning Language through Literacy

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

It's been a year now since the stay-at-home orders, and COVID precautions went into effect. To support you in your parenting at home, we are launching the "Parenting through the Pandemic" series. Our first topic, literacy, focuses on one of the powerful practices of intentional parenting: reading aloud with your child. Today we guide you through the stages your child will go through in their pre-literacy journey with activity suggestions, book recommendations, and ideas to use literacy to su...

The Little Light House Story: Marcia Mitchell

February 23, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MB

Do you ever question why your child has special needs? In this episode, Little Light House Founder and former Director shares how she learned to change her perspective by changing her questions from "Why?" to "How?" She candidly explains how her passion for helping her daughter born with a visual impairment led her to found a school with a global impact. For more of the story, read Marcia's books, Milestones and Miracles, and God's Work God's Way.  Milestones and Miracles:  https://amzn.to/...

Having a Sibling with Special Needs

February 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 138 MB

Three siblings share heart to heart about life's struggles and joys with special needs. We cover advocacy, resilience, comparison, and gratitude in this conversation. Our guests share what their parents did that influenced them to devote their careers to serve kids with special needs. This conversation will give you a glimpse into what motivates Little Light House staff to help kids and families thrive.

The Heart Behind Building All Children

February 09, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

Kendra Morgan's passion for kids and families led her to found Building All Children in Tulsa, OK. With 20 years of experience in child development, she focuses on training parents and educators in brain development, the hierarchy of learning, and the heart behind the behavior. "We have to look at the heart behind the behavior, so we can guide them to make the appropriate choice." Play and stillness strengthen your connection with the kids in your life. Shining Light Conference: https://www...

IEPs: How to Build Trust with Your Child's Education Team

February 02, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB

The relationships you build with your child's education team significantly impact your child's experience in school. Here Diana Lee provides checklists of the vital information you can give your school about your child. She recommends questions to ask and how to ask them to help build collaborative relationships and get the services your child needs. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Little Light House: ...

IEPs: Preparing for a Successful Meeting with Your Child's Education Team

January 26, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MB

Does your child need extra support at public school? Are you preparing for an IEP meeting? Listen for great tips from a school psychologist with nearly fifty years of experience. Diana Lee insightfully coaches parents on advocating for their special needs child. You'll learn when to enroll, how to prepare for the meeting, and what to expect from school-based therapy.  HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Jo...

A Guide to Self-Care for Parents

January 19, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

As the parent of a child with special needs, your heart needs TLC. Shawna McClung knows this personally as a speical needs mother of a six-year-old. In this episode, Shawna shares how changing her perspective gave her confidence to tackle daily tasks. Diana adds practical wisdom from her 48 years of supporting families as a teacher and school psychologist. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: ...

Hope for Down Syndrome: Gracie's Story

January 11, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MB

After a holiday break, we are back! Mike and Sarah Ledbetter's innocence about childbirth was stollen when their first child tragically died at birth. Months later, they were devastated to learn that their second child, Gracie, had Down syndrome. Mike and Sarah faced a decision. They could let their hardships drive them apart or draw them together. They chose each other. In this story, Mike shares how his family has grown stronger and his hope has been restored in the process of helping Grac...

Preparing Your Special Needs Child for Adulthood

December 08, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MB

On today's episode we have guest Beth Soderfelt, a dedicated advocate for individuals with special needs who helped start the RISE inclusion program at Marquette Catholic School in Tulsa, OK. She has intentionally prepared her son Aaron for adulthood. Join Beth and Diana Lee for helpful advice on preparing your child with special needs to flourish as a young adult. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join ...

Hope for Optic Nerve Hypoplasia: Wilder's Story

December 01, 2020 14:37 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

Kaylie Boomer vulnerably shares her journey to discover that her son was blind. After a series of disappointments and trials, she learned that her four-month-old had bilateral optic nerve hypoplasia. Find yourself in this young mother's honest conversation as Kaylee finds her way to hope. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpingkidspodcast Join THECREW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

How I Help Kids Be Kids: Volunteering

November 30, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MB

Grassroots efforts to grow his business brought Michael Amberg through the doors of the Little Light House. The desire to make an impact keeps him here. Michael has used his influence to help kids with special needs through sports camps, corporate fundraisers, and development advice. Learn how you can make a lasting impact by finding what you love and using that to give back to your community. HKBK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpingkidspodcast HKBK Instagram: https://www.instagram....

How I Help Kids Be Kids: Fundraising

November 27, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB

Having lost her only nephew when he was only six months old, Lisa has a tender heart toward medically fragile children. Twenty-five years ago, she honored her nephew by raising funds to help other kids. Following the initial success, Lisa learned to leverage corporate sponsorships and school choice tax credits to motivate her friends and coworkers to give thousands of dollars. Here she shares her moving story along with tips and tricks you can use to raise money for your favorite charities. ...

How I Help Kids Be Kids: Engineering

November 26, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 42 MB

Dr. John Henshaw has mobilized hundreds of college students to help kids be kids. Under his leadership, mechanical engineering students have been designing custom equipment for the Little Light House for more than a decade. MADE at TU (Make A Difference Engineering), an inclusive Tulsa University club unifies students to help kids with special needs. Join this great conversation between Dr. Henshaw and LLH Executive Director Anne McCoy to learn how you can make a difference through strategic...

How I Help Kids Be Kids: Storytelling

November 25, 2020 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MB

Jason Burks is the owner of Retrospec Films and Climb Tulsa and is a champion for kids with special needs. Since 2015 he has made films highlighting the work of Little Light House to show the value of children with special needs. Listen and learn why Jason is so generous with his time, talent, and treasure, and why he sees such value in helping kids be kids. He also fills us in on current projects he his working on with his wife, Tayler Burks. Jason and Retrospec Films helped us get Helping ...

Helpful Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Kids

November 24, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MB

Kaylie Boomer, mother of student who attends Little Light House, passes on her favorite resources for blind or visually impaired kids. Wilder, her child, has bilateral optic nerve hypoplasia, but these tips will help you no matter your child's diagnosis. Here are links to recommended resources: CDC Early Intervention Program Referrals by State; Oklahoma ABLE Tech; American Printing House for the Blind; Braille Tales; Seedlings Book Angel Program.