Families

Saturday 9: Happy Father’s Day Eve

by Trish June 14, 2008

1. How long since you have been with your dad? I saw him when he and his wife visited Pennsylvania in September 2006. 2. How many siblings share your dad? I have two younger brothers, both of whom are estranged from him. 3. Will you see your dad tomorrow? No, he is in Illinois and [...]

Autism Resource: Siblings

by Trish April 20, 2008

Updated 4/21/08: This book by was recommended by Jenny for older elementary or middle school aged children. It incorporates a Christian perspective into the topic as well. In Jesse’s Shoes by Beverly Lewis Siblings of children (or adults) with a disability encounter specific challenges and demands from their unique position within the family. Here are [...]

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Autism Resources: Caring for the Caregiver

by Trish April 19, 2008

It is so easy to focus all of our attention and energies on our child or children with special needs and forget about taking care of ourselves and our relationships. Here are some resources for these areas: Personal More Than a Mom: Living a Full And Balanced Life When Your Child Has Special Needs by [...]

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Autism Resources: Parenting

by Trish April 19, 2008

I don’t know about you, but the parenting books I was reading before my son was diagnosed with autism have pretty much gone by the wayside. Although much of it is good information, it is very hard to apply when your child’s development is at a different level in almost every area and when he [...]

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Autism Resources: Family Experiences

by Trish April 10, 2008

Whenever I see a book by a parent with a child (or children) on the autism spectrum, I am instantly drawn to it. I love the feeling of connection and the opportunity to learn from someone else’s experience, whether it is the initial questioning and diagnosis process, what therapies or treatments have been helpful, or [...]

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