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Hi! I am new here and wanted to let people know that I have created a blog for Christian families who've been affected by autism. Although most of the content is related to autism spectrum, a whole…Continue
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Deb Caruso replied to School Specialty Special Needs's discussion Temper Tantrums"My son ALWAYS needs space... best if padded with tons of pillows and blankets! He just needs the time to let off steam and regroup. I just make sure he's safe. No talking, no analyzing, just silence. Sometimes squishing him with the pillows…"
Deb Caruso commented on Rhonda Strange's blog post Communication device not being used at school!"We got my son an iPad when he was totally non-verbal. He started using it at home as his functional communication device and got REALLY good at it! His teachers and program director at the public preschool refused to allow it in school because they…"
Deb Caruso replied to School Specialty Team's discussion Cooking and Crafting"My son has a really hard time connecting with others, even the kids he sees every day in his class. We asked his teacher to send us a class list. For special days we bake allergen-free cookies for everyone in his class. He helps me get the batter…"
Deb Caruso replied to School Specialty Special Needs's discussion Software and Apps that are beneficial"Oh my! We use so many apps at home with my little guy, it's just not even funny! We initially got him an iPad as an AC device since he was non-verbal until about a little less than a year ago. We began with iCommunicate. We thought it was great…"
Deb Caruso commented on Cecilia Cruse's blog post Resources for Winter Fun"We just started Nathan in an adapted gymnastics class! The teacher is AMAZING!!! She is a veteran PE teacher with years of experience in working with kids with special needs. They have almost a 1:1 teacher:student ratio. I can't say enough…"
Cecilia Cruse commented on Deb Caruso's photo
Loving the SensaTrack!
"One of my favorite products as well! Just inflate the SensaTrack and watch any child's eyes light up!
Great for a calming/rocking/reading space as well! Enjoy!"
School Specialty Team commented on Deb Caruso's photo392095_2930032892242_1303586679_3147980_263134234_n
"What a great photo-thank you for sharing this wonderful moment!"
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Loving the SensaTrack!
My Nathan saying "cheese" as he's loving his SensaTrack, won from MySpecialNeedsNetwork!!!! Thanks you guys!!!! He's like a little hamster in his wheel... perfect for indoor winter fun!
Deb Caruso commented on Elaine Taylor-Klaus's blog post Two Strategies for Slowing Things Down: Breathe In & Notice What You Value"I just had a wonderful intern finish her training with me and my gift to her was a simple print on canvas with greenery and the word "BREATHE." I told her it's for her new office, to remind her in her new job how important it is to…"
Deb Caruso commented on Tobi Isaacs's blog post Toys for the Holiday Season That Are Also Great Tools"The new Crayola dry-erase crayons are fantastic!!! As an OT, I have found them SO great: 1) They come with a special wipe-off mitt-- for kids who have difficulties with hand dominance, have them write with the dominant hand while either wearing the…"
Deb Caruso commented on Cecilia Cruse's blog post Flight to Nowhere Helps Children with Autism"We did this at Boston's Logan Airport. The program is called Wings for Autism and is done through JetBlue:
http://blog.jetblue.com/index.php/2011/11/22/wings-for-autism-event-in-boston-helps-families-fly/
I HIGHLY recommend it!!!!!"
Profile Information
- My Role
- Occupational Therapist, Parent
- Place of Work
- Public elementary school
- This is why I am passionate about special needs.
- I have spent over 15 years helping kids with disabilities be included in their classrooms and school environments. I am now the proud mom of a gorgeous boy challenged by PDD and my eyes are opening to a whole new world of obstacles and adventures.
- Skills: these are areas where I have expertise and might be able to help others.
- BODY WORKS, FINE MOTOR, SENSORY SOLUTIONS, VISUAL MOTOR
- Needs: these are areas where I have questions and will be looking to learn from others.
- COMMUNICATION, RESOURCES
- The most valuable piece of advice I would offer to others regarding special needs.
- Always capitalize on each individual's strengths and engage them with their interests!
- What I hope to gain from My Special Needs Network
- Networking with other professionals and parents.
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- At 11:43pm on August 28, 2011,
Becky D. Smith said… - Sounds like a wonderful place for parents and educators to comment. Keeping the peace 24 hours a day must truly be a challenge. Even educators who haven't walked the shoes of parents need a place to find peace and know that everybody needs to vent.
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