^ Two Lives, Changed

The odds, they told her, were astronomical. The chances of her son having a rare disorder were the same as being struck by lightning. And then lightning struck once more. For Barrington, NJ, residents Kelly Sexton and her husband, Ryan, getting an official diagnosis for their two sons, Dylan, 7, and Logan, 5, was a myster...

^ Today Is Moebius Syndrome Awareness Day

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^ Runner Spotlight: Karla Perez

Meet Karla! She is the super dedicated mom to sweet Luz who battles Rett Syndrome, a neurological disorder that mainly affects girls and robs them of their ability to speak, use their hands ... or run. She says she doesn't consider herself an athlete, but dictionary.com says an athlete is "a person trained or gifted in exer...

^ Parents Lose IDEA Support When They Leave Public School...

Parents who pull their children out of public schools on the strength of a private school voucher could find themselves unknowingly giving up their rights to the very help they were hoping to gain. The New York Times reports that many parents may not realize that by abandoning public schools, they give up their protections...

^ Summer Camp

It's almost summer, and it's almost time for summer camp! Summer camp is a great opportunity for kids to learn independence, make friends, have fun…and be kids! Looking for a camp to attend? Visit our Summer Camps page to find a camp experience near you. Have an AAC-friendly summer camp you'd like to include? Subm...

^ Support For Children With Rare Illnesses

“There is hope…don’t give up.” When a child is diagnosed with a rare illness, it can be devastating for parents. Depending on the condition, there may be multiple resources that can be tapped into for advice, information…and a shoulder to lean on when it becomes overwhelming. But what if t...