Thriving Special Families
54 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Thriving Special Families is the perfect podcast for special needs families and caregivers...especially those impacted by Autism. Our weekly talk show is hosted by special education advocate, speech pathologist, and fellow special needs parent Crystal Sanford. While interviewing experts and caregivers alike, she offers insight, humor, and hope along your special needs journey. This is OUR show families...let's thrive!
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Episodes
You CAN Homeschool Your Nonverbal Child
March 14, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBWho says children who can't speak, can't learn? Autism parent, coach, and curriculum developer Heather Anderson has found a way to successfully homeschool her son who is nonspeaking with Autism. Learn strategies that work from our insightful interview with Heather. For example, one of the first steps to homeschooling your nonverbal child with success is believing that they DO have the capacity to learn. Heather Anderson Heather Anderson is the creator of The Autism Oasis, providing educat...
Supporting Sensory Needs at Home
March 13, 2021 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBSensory regulation needs can significantly impact children in many ways. In some cases, sensory needs can also be misunderstood as "misbehavior". Learn three tips to support your child if they are struggling at home with difficulty focusing, excessive movement, sensitivity to sounds/smells/textures, etc. Occupational Therapist Sonia Rubillo (IEP Ready) shares her expert insight along with our host, Crystal Sanford, M.Ed., M.A. CCC-SLP (Sanford Autism Consulting). Support the show
Supporting Social Skills at Home
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBIs your child struggling more than ever with turn-taking, engaging with others, friendship skills, etc.? Learn how to help your child thrive in the area of social skills. Our guest, Dr. Katherine McKernan, SLPD, CCC-SLP, shares three important tips for parents of children with social skills challenges. Support the show
Compensatory Education & Distance Learning
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBHas your child experienced significant learning loss during distance/virtual learning? Maybe they are a good candidate for compensatory education services. Learn more about your rights and your child's rights to access the services they deserve through their IEP. Our guest, Special Education Attorney Carly Christopher of the Special Education Collaboration Project shares insight that every special needs parent should know while navigating school at home. Support the show