Caldwell’s Yomi Karade has a passion for working out and training. So, it bothered her when she realized that her son Kofi, who has autism and other special needs, didn’t […]
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Photos: Register your loved ones
In observance of National Autism Awareness Month, Montclair Police Department is registering people who may have any sort of special needs, so that officers in the field will have valuable […]
An Evening of Shining Stars
Shining Stars Network — a 501(c)3 non profit which shines the light on the special needs community — will present their 7th annual Talent Show — featuring special needs students […]
Chalk Painting Final Touches
Final Touches Chalk Painting Add some BLING to your finished chalk paint piece with metallic finishes During this fun 2-hour class you will learn: *Gold, Silver or Copper gilding *German […]
Advance Chalk Painting Workshop
Learn the advanced skills that will make you truly into professional of your craft! Once you have mastered the skill of chalk painting you will learn various decorative finishes. During […]
NJ Dare Devils: Montclair Eighth Grader Wins Junior Coach of the Year
Wouldn’t you agree that hockey is a physically demanding sport? It requires speed, skill, agility and lots of coordination. It’s not necessarily the first sport that comes to mind when […]
Montclair SEPAC Meeting — Strategies for Success
Join a panel of knowledgeable veteran Montclair parents and their adult children with special needs who will share strategies for success.
A Special Day Trip: Sahara Sam's Indoor & Outdoor Water Park
Sahara Sam’s Oasis Indoor & Outdoor Water Park, located in West Berlin, NJ, is about two hours away and makes a fun Day Trip for families looking for a full […]
Montclair SEPAC Meeting—Pathways Mentoring Program
Montclair SEPAC is the Montclair Special Education Parent Advisory Council, which is a volunteer group of parents and guardians that provides support and information to parents and caregivers of children with […]
The Most Meaningful Gifts
A young man’s love for his sick mother, reminds the author that her children are gifts.
Easing into Halloween with Kids Who Have Special Needs
Before giving up on your plans to parade your little Captain America around the neighborhood, consider these tips.
Montclair SEPAC Meeting—Special Needs Advocacy Network (SPAN)
Montclair SEPAC is the Montclair Special Education Parent Advisory Council, which is a volunteer group of parents and guardians that provides support and information to parents and caregivers of children with […]
Local Special Needs Resource Round Up
Hair stylists, medical professionals, babysitter services, local parenting groups, and more who specialize or work well with children with special needs.
Trained Teens Available to Babysit Children with Special Needs
Every parent needs a break once in a while and it can be difficult to find a babysitter for a child who has special needs. Things are about to become […]