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Glossary of Autism Spectrum Disorders related Terminology

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Glossary of Autism Spectrum Disorders related Terminology

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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a discipline that applies behavioral science interventions in real-world settings including schools, homes and clinics. The goal of ABA interventions is to improve socially important issues such as behavior problems and learning
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Asperger's Syndrome (AS): A diagnostic label that was previously utilized to describe a person with an ASD who did not have a language delay or any co-occurring intellectual disability.
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A commonly used term for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
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Easterseals provides exceptional services, education, outreach and advocacy so that people with disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.

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Autism Society of Idaho creates connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.

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Autism Society of Idaho creates connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.

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One in four Idahoans is a family caregiver caring for a loved one who is living with a medical, developmental, intellectual, neurological, physical, behavioral or mental condition.

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Fun & Function: Sensory Toys, Games & Tools

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Toys for Kids with Autism

Tools and toys for autistic kids can help kids with autism build skills. Chewies can help boost focus and increase calm anywhere for kids with autism. Keep a chewy on hand for stressful situations by wearing a chew necklace when running errands or traveling. Sensory friendly compression clothing or weighted vests can be uniquely calming for toddlers and kids with autism. Our fashion-forwad line of weighted clothing is designed to soothe and calm. Compression shirts and undershirts are thoughtfully designed with sensory sensitivities in mind, with features like super-soft fabric or tagless construction, and can be worn alone or under another layer. Weighted vests come in a choice of styles and the weights are removable so that kids can wear the vest that looks and feels best to them. Perfect for use while traveling, navigating the playground or any time extra focus is needed in school. Fidgets are an irresistible tool kids can squeeze, roll and manipulate to self-regulate and relieve anxiety. Kids keep their favorite fidgets clipped to a backpack for the bus ride and teens stash them in a pocket for transitions between classes. A sensory room uses therapeutic equipment such as weighted products, ball pits, bubble tubes and interactive wall panels to create an immersive sensory experience. A sensory room can be customized to stimulate sensory-seekers or calm a child on the verge of a meltdown. With its mix of calming tools, a sensory room can serve as a therapeutic environment for those with autism. For kids with autism who need a break while remaining in the classroom, a calm down corner can include tools such as bean bag chairs, gel tiles and fidgets to promote self-regulation. A calm down corner is also a space-saving solution that can be placed in any area of the home, so that kids can enjoy a soothing experience after a long school day or before settling into bed.
Fun & Function also carries products and toys for kids and adults with:
Special Needs | ADHD | Oral Motor Delay

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Founded in 1985, Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. (IPUL) is a statewide organization which houses the Idaho Parent Training and Information Center, the Family to Family Health Information Center, Idaho Family Voices and IPUL Arts.

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IPUL is committed to our primary goal of assisting families of children with disabilities and special health care needs.

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Morris Hill Intentional Community is a housing residence for individuals with ASD allowing them to live independently with support.

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Morris Hill Intentional Community. 218 likes. Intentionally community for young adults with autism.

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Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities

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Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities

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The Council advocates with and on behalf of Idahoans with developmental disabilities by listening to their concerns and working to help them improve their lives by building service systems and natural supports that enable them to live lives of independence, responsibility, meaning, and contribution.

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What is a developmental disability?

According to the Developmental Disability Act (DD Act), the term developmental disability (DD) means a severe, chronic disability that occurs before an individual is 22 that is likely to continue indefinitely and results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following areas of major life activity: self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, capacity of independent living, economic self-sufficiency. These impairments require the individual to sustain lifelong or extended supports or assistance. Diagnosed conditions may include autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, or spina bifida.

Who we are

The Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD) is an outcomes-oriented, mission-driven organization. We lead the way in our state in advancing issues that improve the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families by actively listening to all stakeholders, identifying and exploring emerging trends, and proactively reaching out to collaborate with a variety of leaders and organizations to develop effective solutions.

The Council advocates with and on behalf of Idahoans with developmental disabilities by listening to their concerns and working to help them improve their lives by building service systems and natural supports that enable them to live lives of independence, responsibility, meaning, and contribution.

Vision

All Idahoans participate as equal members of society, empowered to reach their full potential as responsible and contributing citizens of their communities.

Mission

The mission of the Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities is to promote the capacity of people with developmental disabilities and their families to determine, access, and direct the services and/or support they need to live the lives they choose, and to build the communities ability to support their choices.

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According to the Developmental Disability Act (DD Act), the term developmental disability (DD) means a severe, chronic disability that occurs before an individual is 22 that is likely to continue indefinitely and results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following areas of major life activity: self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, capacity of independent living, economic self-sufficiency.

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Services can be delivered under a traditional pathway by a Developmental Disabilities Agency (DDA) /Independent Provider or under a Family Directed services option where the parent acts in the role of the employer. A case manager is available to assist you to develop your child's plan of services and navigate children's services.

Developmental disability

A developmental disability (DD) is a chronic disability of a person which appears before 22 years of age and:

Is attributable to an impairment, such as an intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or other condition found to be closely related to or similar to one of these impairments that requires similar treatment or services, or is attributable to dyslexia.

Results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following areas of major life activity; self care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, self direction, capacity for independent living, or economic self sufficiency.

Reflects the needs for a combination and sequence of special, interdisciplinary or generic care, treatment or other services which are of life-long or extended duration and individually planned and coordinated.

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Services can be delivered under a traditional pathway by a Developmental Disabilities Agency (DDA) /Independent Provider or under a Family Directed services option where the parent acts in the role of the employer. A case manager is available to assist you to develop your child's plan of services and navigate children's services.

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Adult Developmental Disabilities - Department of Health and Welfare

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Services for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

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Southwest Idaho's Center for Independent Living

Independent living is the idea that people with disabilities are the best experts on our own needs. That we have a valuable perspective to contribute and deserve equal opportunity to decide how to live, work, and take part in our communities. Independent living means having the opportunity and resources to live the life of our choosing.

Are you an Idahoan with a disability or older adult looking for in-home care? Do you want to set your own schedule and direct your own caregiver? Do you have a family member or friend who would like to be paid to provide your care? LINC is the premier agency providing self-directed home and community-based support services so that you can stay in your own home, in your own community, on your own terms.

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Want to stay up to date on disability-related issues, people, and activities in Idaho? Check out the independent living media and social content below.

Tune in to LINC's flagship podcast exploring disability issues in the State of Idaho and beyond. Episodes drop every other Monday morning.

Check out Idaho's very own independent living newsletter! This monthly online publication highlights news, events, people, and issues of disability across Idaho.

We believe that all Idahoans have the right to speak up for ourselves, to choose the services we want, and to change our society for the better. Become a self-advocate through LINC's Self-Advocacy and Leadership Training Program. SALT is a nine-week course open to everyone!

Operation Advocacy is LINC's annual Legislative day of advocacy in conjunction with the Consortium of Idahoans with Disabilities Fred Riggers Disability Awareness Day activities. OA involves a training, followed by meeting and educating Idaho State Legislators on issues.

Join the campaign to strengthen Idaho's direct care workforce! The direct care worker crisis is just that - a crisis with extreme ethical, moral, and financial consequences. If we don't take action now, the lives of direct care workers and the people they support could be at risk.

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If your independence and freedom is being impacted by the direct care workforce crisis, we need to hear from you. Share your contact info, and we'll help you share your story.

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Join LINC and the Our Care Can't Wait Coalition for a day of training and a day of educating state lawmakers!

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Home | LINC Idaho | Southwest Idaho's Center for Independent Living

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LINC Idaho, located in Southwest Idaho, is designed and operated by individuals with disabilities. Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide independent living services for people with disabilities. We work to empower independence, advocate for civil rights, and community representation throughout the lifespan of individuals with disabilities.

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Developmental Pediatrics at St. Luke’s Children’s

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Welcome to GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic

Your Trusted Psychologist in Meridian, ID

Welcome to GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic, the most caring mental health clinic located in Meridian, ID. We provide a safe space for you to work towards overcoming any mental or emotional obstacles that you are facing. Our compassionate psychologists and therapists are here to assist you in every way. GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic has over 15 years of behavioral health experience and participates in a range of clinical studies to stay current with modern practices in psychology. All of our staff are fully licensed in their respective field and is certified in both bio and neurofeedback.

Some of our services include:

If you feel like you need to speak with someone, now is a great time to schedule your first therapy session. Contact us today at GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic to make an appointment.

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GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic is Mental Health Center in Meridian, ID 83642

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GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic - GPS Psychology & Anxiety Clinic is Mental Health Center in Meridian, ID 83642

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Northwest Neurobehavioral Health, LLC (NNH) is a premiere diagnostic and treatment center for all ages. We are a dedicated group of mental health and rehabilitation clinicians who work with those affected by developmental, emotional, and behavioral differences including but not limited to anxiety disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, mood disorders, impulse control disorders, speech and language disorders and central nervous system disorders. Our goal is to help the members of our community to lead happy and healthy lives to their fullest potential. NNH accepts Medicaid, most insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale for those who qualify.

New Provider!

Stacey Johns, PMHNP-BC, has joined NNH as a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner and is accepting new patients. Learn More "

COVID Health Statement

As many children and families return to educational environments today, we want to wish you all a safe and healthy school year. NNH will continue to serve the needs of individuals and families in a clean, protected, and informed manner. Our lobby is now open on a limited basis to allow for in-person check-in. Only the client checking in and one other person are allowed in the lobby and we ask that you still remain outside until your clinician comes to greet you after you have checked in. Please note that masks are required at all times at NNH and masks must be free of holes and meet criteria set by the CDC for decreasing the spread of COVID-19. As always, if you are feeling ill, are running a fever or have a cough, have tested positive for COVID-19 or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive in the last 14 days, please reschedule your appointment. We are happy to be part of your healthcare team as we head back to school and want to ensure the safety of our most vulnerable community members through this transition.

Northwest Neurobehavioral Health

Northwest Neurobehavioral Health, LLC (NNH) is a premiere diagnostic and treatment center for all ages. We are a dedicated group of mental health and rehabilitation clinicians who work with those affected by developmental, emotional, and behavioral differences including but not limited to anxiety disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, mood disorders, impulse control disorders, speech and language disorders and central nervous system disorders. Our goal is to help the members of our community to lead happy and healthy lives to their fullest potential. We work cooperatively to provide the necessary services to ensure that you or your family member is able to function more effectively within their environment. We are passionate about the work that we do to provide treatment that is tailored to the needs of each individual. The services we provide are neuropsychological assessment, comprehensive psychological assessment, diagnostic clinics, individual therapy, group therapy, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and medication management.

NNH accepts Medicaid, most insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale for those who qualify. NNH does not deny access to services based on inability to pay.

Our Services

We do not discriminate. View our policy.

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Autism & Behavior Specialists | Treatment for Autism | Caravel Autism Health

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Caravel Autism Health provides early intervention to treat signs and symptoms of autism. We serve families in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Idaho, and Washington.

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Autism Society Creating connections for the Autism community to live fully.

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We create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.

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Opal Autism offers autism diagnosis services, providing expert evaluations and assessments. Gain clarity and understanding for your child's needs now.

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ASAN November Newsletter Dear friend, As we've begun wrapping up the year, we're still hard at work here at ASAN! We've celebrated self-advocacy and looked back at the work we've done this year, and we've continued to work on the issues to come! Earlier this month, we celebrated ASAN's birthday at our 2023 ASAN Gala,...

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The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a national grassroots disability rights organization run by and for Autistic Americans, advocating for systems change and ensuring that the voices of Autistic people are heard in policy debates and the halls of power. Our staff work to educate communities and improve public perceptions of autism. As a 501(c)(3)...

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ASAN October Newsletter Dear friend, It's the most boo-tiful time of year, but we're still fighting some of the scariest things our community deals with, like discriminatory health care systems, subminimum wage, and lack of supports. Here's what we've been working on this month. In September, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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Designed for those who support, instruct, work with, or live with someone with autism, the Autism Internet Modules (AIM) guide users through case studies, instructional videos, pre- and post-assessments, discussion questions, activities, and more.

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We are excited to announce that a new module, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Autism, has been launched. This module focuses on selecting and implementing AAC to support autistic learners in their ability to effectively express themselves, develop and maintain relationships with others, and engage in their community.

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Katie Beckett is a Medicaid program for children living at home with long-term disabilities or complex medical needs, who may be eligible for Medicaid services even if their family income is above Medicaid federal poverty guidelines.

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If your child is approved for the Katie Beckett program, a premium will be assessed based on your family's income. If you are unable to pay the premium, your child's eligibility will not be impacted.
To qualify for the Katie Beckett program your child must meet eligibility criteria for a complex medical need, a developmental disability, a physical disability, or a combination of those needs as listed below.
Developmental disability criteria overview:

Have one of the following chronic conditions

Autism

Intellectual disability

Seizure disorder

Cerebral palsy

Substantial limited ability to function in at least three (3) of the following major life activities;

Self care

Receptive and expressive language

Learning

Mobility

Self direction

Capacity of independent living or

Economic self sufficiency

Require services which are of lifelong or for an extended duration

Complex medical need or physical disability criteria overview:

Have a chronic condition

Child has a disability which meets SSI criteria according to disability evaluation under Social Security

Child requires level of care provided in a medical institution

Child's physician has completed an evaluation identifying services necessary to maintain child at home

It is safe and appropriate to provide care to the child in the home

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If your child is approved for the Katie Beckett program, a premium will be assessed based on your family's income. If you are unable to pay the premium, your child's eligibility will not be impacted.

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Families with children in Idaho with emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges identified a need for a statewide family organization so that  their voices would be heard about their children’s needs.

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Our vision is to maximize the potential of children, youth, and their families for full involvement and inclusion in their community.

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Learn more about our professional and peer-to-peer support, resources, and educational events.

Mental Health Crisis Number: 988

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FYIdaho Teen Programs include both in person and virtual programs that provide welcoming and safe environments for teens to have empowering conversations about mental wellness and to form positive relationships with peers and trusted adults.

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Youth Empowerment Services

Youth Empowerment Services (YES) is Idaho's children's mental health system of care that helps families access services and supports for their children under 18 with serious emotional disturbance (SED). The YES system of care also creates meaningful partnerships between families, youth, providers, and public agencies to address the youth's specific needs and help them function better at home, in school, and in the community.

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In 2006, Charlene K. Quade founded C.K. Quade Law, PLLC with the desire to advocate for families and loved ones caring for children and adults with Special Needs. The firm has been a foundational part in establishing professional groups such as Idaho Guardian and Fiduciary Association (IGFA), Idaho Families of Adults with disabilities (IFAD), and Trust Estate Professionals Idaho (TEPI) as we continue to share knowledge with professionals such as Social Workers, Court Visitors, Attorneys, Politicians and our Families.

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About Our Firm

In 2006, Charlene K. Quade founded C.K. Quade Law, PLLC with the desire to advocate for families and loved ones caring for children and adults with Special Needs. The firm has been a foundational part in establishing professional groups such as Idaho Guardian and Fiduciary Association (IGFA), Idaho Families of Adults with disabilities (IFAD), and Trust Estate Professionals Idaho (TEPI) as we continue to share knowledge with professionals such as Social Workers, Court Visitors, Attorneys, Politicians and our Families.

Located in Boise, Idaho, we are dedicated to serving clients in communities throughout the state; including: Boise, Caldwell, Coeur d'Alene, Eagle, Emmett, Garden Valley, Hailey, Horseshoe Bend, Idaho City, Idaho Falls, Ketchum, Kuna, Lewiston, Meridian, Mountain Home, Nampa, Payette, Rexburg, Rigby, Riggins, and Twin Falls.

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In 2006, Charlene K. Quade founded C.K. Quade Law, PLLC with the desire to advocate for families and loved ones caring for children and adults with Special Needs.

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Our Mission is to provide safe, adaptive, and inclusive events for people of all ages and abilities. Our Board and Event Organizers are all Volunteers who are passionate about connecting our Community!

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Show up with needed supports

Everyone Deserves Support. Our 'Your Supports Included' initiative means that when someone needs to come with you to participate, their cost will be covered. When it is time for the Event you have signed up for, please follow the instructions listed in Event Details.

When you arrive, please check-in with the Event Coordinator.

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My Places Community Events - Connecting People

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Show up with needed supports Everyone Deserves Support. Our 'Your Supports Included' initiative means that when someone needs to come with you to participate, their cost will be covered. When it is time for the Event you have signed up for, please follow the instructions listed in Event Details.

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Outpatient pediatric therapy services support children and young adults to learn and develop skills needed for home, play and within their community. Sensory tools, equipment and materials are integrated within our program for optimal engagement and participation. Occupational and Speech Therapy

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Pediatric Therapy Services Adapted Sports Adapted health and fitness

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Children’s Therapy Place provides speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy,  mental health counseling and developmental disabilities agency services for children of all ages.

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WELCOME TO CHILDREN'S THERAPY PLACE

CHILDREN FIRST!

Smiles abound at CTP! Every day we celebrate children and their accomplishments, from first steps to diplomas. At our core is making a positive difference- to have fun, empower, and change lives.

We have created a unique place for children and families to access a wide range of services - a one-stop resource to help your child grow. Together, our multidisciplinary team is committed to extraordinary service and using innovative and creative approaches to help children succeed in achieving their dreams.

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Children's Therapy Place, Inc. provides speech/language, occupational, physical, and developmental evaluation and therapy services for children of all ages.

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Samantha’s mission is to strengthen, guide, and empower parents, children, and adults to develop emotional awareness, improve social skills, and gain effective coping skills resulting in improved peer relationships, increased family harmony, and a calmer & more relaxed demeanor.

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We provide transparent reporting and performance analytics to keep you informed about your practice's financial health. Our customized reports offer insights into key metrics, such as claim submission and reimbursement timelines, claim denials, and revenue trends. You can access these reports in real-time through our secure client portal. Our team is also available to review these reports with you, offering guidance on areas for improvement and optimization. We aim to provide you with the tools and information needed to make informed decisions to enhance your practice's financial performance.

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Boise Music Therapy Company | Music Therapy | Behavior Therapy | Parenting Resources | Boise ID

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Boise Music Therapy Company's mission is to strengthen, guide, and empower parents, children, and adults.

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At Kaleidoscope, a therapist owned company, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all physical, occupational or speech therapy. Our work with children of all ages (infant to 18) is centered around our commitment to encouraging triumph in a dynamic environment, under the guidance and compassion of dedicated providers. We believe that the highest quality of care is achieved through a comprehensive approach; one that encourages parents and families to take part in the child’s therapy and growth.

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At Kaleidoscope, a therapist owned company, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all physical, occupational or speech therapy. Our work with children of all ages (infant to 18) is centered around our commitment to encouraging triumph in a dynamic environment, under the guidance and compassion of dedicated providers. We believe that the highest quality of care is achieved through a comprehensive approach; one that encourages parents and families to take part in the child's therapy and growth.

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This is a place where kids—and human potential—are celebrated and championed.  Here, play is therapy.

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High fives come easily at the Lotus Tree. This is a place where kids-and human potential-are celebrated and championed. Here, play is therapy. With a tree, a cave, a zip line, a music studio, learning centers, offerings for every age and so much more, we open kids and adults up in a creatively imagined space designed to elevate the senses, so we can all grow into something great.

Kids, infants, families, and adults come to the Lotus Tree to better connect the mind/body using sensory integration, occupational, speech, music and physical therapies, as well as other complementary and therapeutic services. Several of our therapists bring their dogs to work, and we think of them as part of our team, working together with our staff to provide comfort and encouragement when extra support might be needed.

Hold on to the feeling of possibility, and celebrate accomplishments! That's the philosophy of the Lotus Tree. Come here to get rooted, and see your kid-even yourself-take off.

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The Lotus Tree | Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Music Therapy, Manual Therapy | Boise, ID

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Kids, infants, families, and adults come to the Lotus Tree to better connect the mind/body using sensory integration techniques in occupational, speech, physical, and manual therapies.

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Forgoing thoughtful therapy can lead to long-term CHALLENGES for children.

We believe they were designed for more.

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Speech and Occupational Therapy | We are Better Together | Meridian, Idaho

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Speech and occupational therapy services in Meridian, Idaho at We are Better Together. Our team believes every child deserves to shine! Visit us today.

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Welcome to The Sensory Playce. We welcome kids of all abilities (including neurotypical children). However, our specialty is providing support for those with disabilities.

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New to The Sensory Playce? Download and complete your paperwork prior to coming. No printer, no problem, call 208-620-5330 or email us at info@thesensoryplayce.com and we can send the form to complete on line.
*All children must have parent or guardian complete new customer paper work prior to playing.

The Sensory Playce was founded by Jen Johnson, who has twin boys, both of whom have disabilities and benefit from services such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Even with a good job and good private insurance, Jen realized visit limitations (in most cases 20 visits per year combined for all types of therapy) reduced the number of times the boys could participate in private therapy.

Jen also realized that even those with no limit or a high number of allowable visits often find they need more than the one day a week allotted for sensory integration. Parents of children with disabilities often find themselves investing in specialized equipment for their homes and struggling to find the right balance of sensory integration and socialization.

Jen conceived the dream of a Gym for Kids filled with the specialized equipment usually found in Physical, Speech, and Occupational Therapy rooms... a gym kids could access to supplement the private therapy they receive, working in conjunction with their therapist to provide resources on effective activities and equipment to use based on each child's specific situation... a gym that is open and not overstimulating.... a gym where kids can work on social skills playing together and engaging in small group classes.

Welcome to The Sensory Playce. We welcome kids of all abilities (including neurotypical children). However, our specialty is providing support for those with disabilities.

The Sensory Playce Gym for Kids provides children with disabilities daily access to specialized equipment, social interaction, and learning opportunities.

Children of all ages will find specialized equipment available for them with a mixture of equipment designed for children as young as 6 months, all the way to adolescent sized. All children are welcome, however, those who will find the most benefit include children with

Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders

Cerebral Palsy

Down Syndrome

Sensory Processing Disorder

Mental Health Diagnosis, including ADHD, DMDD, Bipolar, ODD, and Anxiety

Deficits in fine and gross motor skill

Many other life challenges

Come and have a great time!

Classroom/Art Area - This room is used for parent workshops, completing monthly crafts, and parties. When not being used for a specific event you are welcome to utilize the tactile supplies or practice you writing and fine motor skills with our white boards. This room hosts Kids in Rhythm Preschool and Camp during the school year

Birthday Party area - The classroom may be reserved for private birthday parties. This room includes a full size refrigerator and sink. (All food and drink must stay in the classroom.)

Fine Motor Skills and open play - In this area, you will find fine motor activities, weighted toys and equipment, and a toddler play section.

Multi-purpose/open gym - This room includes various specialized swings, climbing structures, Steam Roller, trampolines, zip lines, and a crash pit.

Quiet Room - Children who are becoming over stimulated or dysregulated will find this room offers a calming quite place with noise reduction, calm lighting, and weighted blankets.

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Boise Special Needs Gym & Classes | The Sensory Playce of Idaho

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The Sensory Playce of Boise, Idaho offers gym activities and classes for children with special needs and disabilities all throughout the Treasure Valley.

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eSpecial Needs | Special Needs Strollers, Toys and Adaptive Equipment

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eSpecial Needs is the premier provider of adaptive equipment and therapy products including special needs strollers, toys, clothing, furniture and learning tools.

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Find Adaptive Physical Education Products Here are some of the ways adaptive PE products can benefit your child with autism: Build balance and strength with products like physio-balls, bands, and easy-to-grab weights. Build body awareness and confidence with hoops, balance beams, and agility ladders. Provide for sensory needs with uniquely textured balls in many different sizes.

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Criminal Defense, DUI & Trial Attorney

Ada, Canyon, Elmore, Boise, Valley, Owyhee, Gem

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Criminal Defense & Personal Injury

Idaho

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Criminal Defense

Northern Idaho

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Helping Clients Resolve Criminal Charges in Kootenai County & Family Law Matters, in Bonner, Shoshone, Boundary, Kootenai and Benewah Counties.

Our attorneys have over 30 years of collective experience. The Walsh & Lewis PLLC team advocate for individuals of all backgrounds and ages who are facing criminal charges and experiencing family law legal issues. We are a full-service criminal defense and family law firm that works to help individuals and families address challenging times, big or small, by being accessible and dedicated to our clients and practice. Our goal is to help clients achieve their legal objectives regardless of the complexity they may be experiencing.

Our firm is committed to providing quality customer service, innovative strategies, and unwavering passion to every person who walks through our door. From our experience, we have mastered the important skills of listening to our clients and addressing their concerns in a timely, compassionate, and effective manner ― these values serve as the backbone of our firm. Thus, if you are facing criminal charges or experiencing family law issues, you can rest assured that our Coeur d'Alene attorneys will go above and beyond to protect your best interests every step of the way.

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Coeur D'Alene Criminal Defense Lawyers | Walsh & Lewis PLLC

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The experienced family law and criminal defense lawyers in Coeur D'Alene can help your family resolve their divorce or child custody issue or defend you in a criminal case. Call today!

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Criminal Defense

Northern Idaho

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Lawyers in Coeur d'Alene | Criminal Defense Attorney | DUI, Drug, Family

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Coeur d'Alene lawyer, John Redal is an experienced criminal defense attorney in Coeur d'Alene, ID | Civil and Family lawyers | Lawyers in Coeur d'alene

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Criminal Defense with Autism Experience

South Eastern Idaho - Rexburg Area

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Attorneys | Rigby, Andrus & Rigby Law, PLLC | United States

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Rigby, Andrus & Rigby Law, PLLC has a dedicated team of attorneys that offer legal services in family law, water law, personal injury, criminal defense, business formation, civil litigation in Idaho

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Criminal Defense with Autism Experience

Idaho

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Criminal Defense

Ada County and Idaho in General

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Talk to a Boise Attorney today! Boise based law firm handling family and criminal law. We help ordinary people like you who have found themslevs in extrordinary circumstances.

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Criminal Defense - Non-Profit

Idaho

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W/REST - Movement driven, Community funded, Sliding scale legal support - Law for all the rest.

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Rest & Wrest are collectively designed to answer the following question: how might we engage in the practice of law in a manner driven by and integrated with our community, without the need to rely on grants or donations from wealthy funders whose interests are too often at odds with the interests and needs of that community?

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Criminal Defense

Idaho

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Caldwell, Idaho attorney Randy W. Smith. Legal practice includes criminal law, family law and divorce. Research legal experience, professional associations, jurisdictions and contact information on Justia.

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Criminal Defense with Autism Experience

Idaho

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Since 1996, Tom has devoted his career to representing individuals in some of the hardest criminal cases. He spent 22 years in the federal defender system, challenging the government on behalf of his clients, serving as the Chief Trial Attorney for the Federal Defender Services of Idaho between 2010 and 2018.

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Changing Autistic Education, one puzzle piece at a time.

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From Our President & Founder

"As a mother of two autistic girls (ages 5 & 6) and former student, I recognize that every student learns in their own way. Whether that be visually, audibly, or experientially. In spring 2022, our girls had been let go from a school, because they no longer had the resources to take care of their needs. Difficult as that was to swallow, I respected the school's decision and ability to acknowledge where they were unable to meet the needs of our children. As many know, we either create out of inspiration or desperation. As this hadn't just impacted our small household, it affected our whole family and those who love our girls; My Dad Mike, their Pop Pop, watching the turmoil that this caused our household, had the incredible notion to create a school and resource center for Autistic families. Naturally, more family got involved and their Nana Mary, immediately knew what to name it, Lyla's House, after our youngest daughter. They presented the idea to me and after ruminating on it, I knew this was going to become my purpose and was exactly what our world needs." - Dana

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"As a mother of two autistic girls (ages 5 & 6) and former student, I recognize that every student learns in their own way. Whether that be visually, audibly, or experientially. In spring 2022, our girls had been let go from a school, because they no longer had the resources to take care of their needs.

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Ready Set Go (RSG) was founded in 1986 by Dr. Michael Day to provide treatment to children with Autism, PDD, Asperger Syndrome, Downs Syndrome and other developmental disorders. At RSG we strive to help children by developing unique and individualized behavioral programs based upon each child's specific strengths and needs.

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We have partnered with the YMCA to offer this unique program. It is located at the Boise Downtown YMCA Children’s Village.

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Advocate Warriors is an agency for the people. We strive to do the best, be the best, and give the best of our hearts to helping others figure this service world and resources puzzle out.

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Navigating the world of mental health and disability resources and services is intense and can be overwhelming. That is where we come in. Whether it is for yourself or your child; Advocate Warriors are here to brave the storm with you. We advocate with passion as case managers and targeted care coordinators Warriors.

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If it is some extra support and guidance you, your child, or your family need we can lend a hand with our compassionate counseling services.

"All advocacy is, at its core, an exercise in empathy"

Samantha Power

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Counseling & Care Coordination | Advocate Warriors LLC | 4696 West Overland Road ste 182, Boise, ID, USA

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Coping with and navigating the world of mental health and disability is intense and overwhelming. Advocate Warriors LLC is here to brave the storm with you. We are dedicated chaos coordinators and professional advocates who provide case management, targeted care coordination, and therapy.

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This is your virtual GPS to help you navigate the complicated and overwhelming world of parenting a child with neuro-behavioral challenges. I provide a roadmap and system of foundational strategies that you can do in your home TODAY that will help you bring balance to your nervous system and will help you improve your expression of life.

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Navigate Your Healing | Here to Help Guide You and Your Family to a Better Expression of Life

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I am on your team. My life was filled with chaos, worry, fear, guilt, grief – you name it, I was feeling it.

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Medicaid’s promise to listen to what adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities have to say about what is and what is not working in their service system.

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Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI)

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If you're a parent of an autistic child, you know how important it is to have access to helpful resources and support.

We understand that your time is valuable, and that's why we're here to help. We have created a free resource guide specifically tailored to the needs of parents with autistic children.

This article will provide you with a comprehensive overview of autism resources for parents, including:

Information about autism: What is ASD? What are the symptoms? What are the causes?

Support groups and organizations: Where can you find support from other parents of children with ASD?

Educational resources: What are the best resources for learning about autism and how to help your child?

Therapy and treatment options: What are the different types of therapy and treatment available for children with ASD?

Legal rights and advocacy: What are your legal rights as a parent of a child with ASD? How can you advocate for your child's needs?

Autism Statistics

Autism Parenting Magazine realizes how busy parents are, so we've gathered the latest autism statistics compiled from CDC reports, reputable autism research, and our own exclusive data.

As part of the support we give parents during the COVID-19 crisis we have produced a set of guides specifically to help parents during this time. Find COVID-19 autism tips, social stories, visual schedules on many subjects such as social distancing, home schooling and more.

Diagnosis

Girls with autism are often misdiagnosed, misunderstood, and lack the essential support they need according to recent studies.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Are you worried your child may be on the spectrum? Learn in this guide the signs of autism in babies, toddlers, and kids, as well as ASD diagnosis and interventions.

Behaviour

In this guide we discuss everything you need to know about to stimming and hand flapping.

Hyperlexia is described as the precocious self-taught ability to read usually before age five without comprehension of what is being read.

Access to Autism Services

Disability.gov's Guide for Family Caregivers

This excellent resource includes vast information on programs, services, government agencies, and organizations that can help you as you care for a spouse, child, parent, or another family member. It has a list of helpful links for your reference.

Applied Behavior Analysis is a method of treating people with autism by modifying behavior using positive reinforcement.

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Activities and Play Therapy for Kids with Special Needs
- Autism Parenting Magazine
This is our own list of mobile apps that help people on the spectrum and their families navigate daily challenges, enhance learning, and educate themselves on autism. These iPhone, iPad, and Android apps are great for ages ranging from two years old to adults.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
APM reached out to Amy Wagenfeld, PhD, OTR/L, SCEM, Research Coordinator at the Els Center of Excellence to provide an article on what makes LEGO® bricks an applicable intervention for therapists as well as an activity for groups. In her piece, Wagenfeld explains the fundamentals, the process, and the valuable social connections made when playing with LEGO® bricks.

Adults with Autism and Independent Living

In this guide, we discuss the best job opportunities for people with autism

Are you intimidated by the "failure to launch" syndrome for your young adult with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? For most parents, the term translates into a fear factor, restraining them from helping their young adults with Asperger's syndrome to transition into the adult world.

Diet & Health Resources for Kids with Autism
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Learn how CBD oil can help children with conditions such as anxiety, aggression and self-injurious behaviors
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Dr. Kellman, a pioneer in functional medicine who has a holistic and visionary approach to healing, discusses a significant connection between the thyroid and the brain, urging parents to consider testing levels.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Sarah Patten, the author of the book What to Feed an Asperger - How to Go from Three Foods to Three Hundred with Love, Patience and a Little Sleight of Hand shares with Autism Parenting Magazine her successful food journey with her son with Asperger's syndrome.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
From sleep and anxiety to digestive health and immunity boosts, essential oils have brought several benefits to ASD children. Go to this page, download your free guide, and learn the best essential oils for autism, ADHD, and ADD symptoms.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Learn how yoga can have a positive effect on an ASD child's communication skills and anxiety levels while possibly reducing challenging behaviors and providing a better sense of self. Tips for teaching yoga to children with ASD are also provided.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
"Researches have shown that food and diet have a strong link with how the functioning of the brain. In this page, we discuss the effectiveness of probiotics or the so-called "friendly bacteria" and diets in helping ease the symptoms of autism."

Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have long been prescribed vitamins, minerals, and natural supplements to help with sleep, gastrointestinal distress, and boost low vitamin levels, all of which are common in children and adults with ASD.

Autism Help and Community Support Groups

Many parents have found in enormous benefit in Autism Support Groups for families. These have given much needed encouragement, comfort, and advice. In this article we discuss the benefits of joining one as well as helping you find one in your area.

In order to help parents discern the most supportive states to raise a child with autism, we discuss a list of states ranked based on several factors that impact the lives of children with autism and their families.

Autism Daily Tips
- Autism Parenting Magazine
"Headbanging and self-injury are common ways for an ASD child to communicate needs. Check out this page and learn now why self-harm occurs and what you can do to protect your child from it."
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Toys, mobile apps, school supplies, movie theaters, vacation houses, outdoor activities, and more! We've listed the best products and services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
"We've created this ultimate guide because we believe that finding a gift for a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) should be hassle-free. This guide includes general tips as well as a list of recommended gifts according to the ASD child's needs and condition."
- Autism Parenting Magazine
"Every April, people from all over the world celebrate autism awareness. This is to provide further education as well as resources and support to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). On this page is a list of different ways on how you can promote autism awareness and celebrate with people on the spectrum."
- Autism Parenting Magazine
"Regressive autism is a condition in which an engaged, energetic child suddenly becomes quiet and uninterested. This sometimes leads to loss of speech and social skills. Check out this page to gain a deeper understanding of regressive autism, its signs and symptoms, possible treatments, and what parents can do if they observe these signs in their children."

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- Autism Parenting Magazine
Social stories are one of the various tools and strategies that have helped many ASD children improve their communication and social skills. In this guide, you'll learn about the background and benefits of social stories and how you can write your own.

A BCBA who works primarily with children who have autism, Down syndrome, and other developmental delays shares her stories and connects with others who have a heart for special-needs individuals.

Autism Resources on Education
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Looking for a school for your ASD child? We know every child on the spectrum learns differently, so we've created this ultimate guide to help parents find the right school to give their children the support they need.

Homeschooling is becoming a popular option among parents with children on the spectrum, in this article we discuss the things you need to know

Financial Planning for Special Needs Children

Provides access to experts who can offer advice regarding the coordination of all necessary legal and financial arrangements surrounding a family member with special needs, including government benefits, communication, and tax strategies.

Saving for your child's future is a great step in helping him/her live a full life. An ABLE account is certainly one option that is available for you to use; however, it does have some drawbacks that you should be aware of before jumping in.

Autism Parental Advice
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Deanna Picon, author of The Autism Parents' Guide to Reclaiming Your Life, provides tips for couples to help them work together to keep the love alive.

A comprehensive support program which includes individual, confidential coaching sessions which address issues and concerns important to families affected by autism. Coaching sessions are available over the telephone to give parents convenience, flexibility, and privacy. Seminars are designed to give parents coping strategies and proven techniques to maintain a healthy emotional outlook.

Potty Training, Diapers, and Hygiene
- Autism Parenting Magazine
Potty Training is a big challenge for parents with children on the spectrum. This guide gives you everything you need to know about toilet training, including knowing the issues you may encounter, how to prepare your child, steps in the process, additional tips, and more.
- Autism Parenting Magazine
It's not always easy finding the larger-sized diaper products needed for children on the spectrum. Read about the financial assistance available to some families, from Medicare to private insurance, as well as a buying guide to finding the right product at a good price.

Good Autism Websites

Autism Parenting Magazine is the leading global magazine for parents of autistic children as well as professionals seeking to work with children on the spectrum. The magazine features articles from hundreds of contributors including respected professionals, autism experts, parents of children on the spectrum, and adults with autism.

One of the largest and most innovative private psychology practices in the nation that has taken psychology beyond traditional therapy and assessment. Offers presentations, webinars, podcasts, videos, and books relating to autism.

Excellent information on a variety of subjects provided by an autism activist, best-selling author, professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and consultant to the livestock industry on animal behavior. Includes special conference dates.

Autism Safety

Autism & Wandering

According to research, nearly half of all children with autism attempt to elope from a safe environment which has led to numerous tragedies. Learn the facts about wandering and how to keep loved ones safe from the Autism Wandering Awareness Alerts Response and Education (AWAARE) Collaboration.

Autism Resources for Parents About Sleep
- Autism Parenting Magazine
A licensed interior designer provides excellent advice for creating a calming bedroom space for children on the spectrum through the use of color, texture, and furniture placement.

Is it a struggle for your child with autism to relax and fall asleep? A therapeutic weighted blanket, also known as a sensory blanket, may be what your child needs to help reduce anxiety.

If you enjoyed our list of Autism resources for parents, we would really appreciate it if you could take a moment to share on social media.

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The Ultimate New Guide to Autism Resources for Parents

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We are the lifelong guide for those who learn and think differently. In the past year, we’ve helped more than 20 million people discover their potentials, take control of their lives, and stay on positive paths.

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We're here to help if you're feeling overwhelmed. Take N.O.T.E. (Notice. Observe. Talk. Engage.) is a simple step-by-step tool that can help you figure out if the struggles you're seeing might be signs of a learning and thinking difference.

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Understood - For Learning and Thinking Differences

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Understood.org is the resource that helps the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences anticipate the challenges, barriers, or opportunities in life and confidently reach their potential.

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Nemours® KidsHealth® was founded in 1995. Since then, Nemours KidsHealth articles, videos, animations, print publications, and health instructions have had billions of visits. Nemours KidsHealth is the most-viewed site for dependable information on children's health, behavior, and development from before birth through the teen years.

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Knowledge, perspective, advice, and comfort for parents - Nemours KidsHealth

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KidsHealth has accurate health information about kids and teens. Learn about health, behavior, and development, from pregnancy until adulthood.

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Community NOW! is a group of people from around Idaho who meet in Boise. This group is made up of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), family advocates, providers, and other caregivers. The group talks about the Medicaid Adult Developmental Disability (DD) program and changes that could be made to better meet your needs. The voices of adults with IDD and their family advocates are the most important voices in this group.

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Community NOW! is a group of people from around Idaho who meet in Boise. This group is made up of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), family advocates, providers, and other caregivers. The group talks about the Medicaid Adult Developmental Disability (DD) program and changes that could be made to better meet your needs.

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Idaho's Infant Toddler Program (ITP) coordinates a system of early intervention services to assist Idaho children from birth to 3 years of age who have a developmental delay or who have conditions (such as prematurity, Down Syndrome, hearing loss) that may result in a developmental delay.

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The Infant Toddler Program links children with services that promote their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development and supports the needs of their families. In Idaho, services are provided at no cost to families. Funding comes from private insurance, Medicaid, and federal and state funds. Families can apply for services on their own, or their health care provider may make a referral. Our services can include:

Service Coordination

Developmental Therapy

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Speech-Language Therapy

Hearing and Vision services

Other support services

Children learn best when doing things they enjoy with people they know. We use that principle to help your family support your child's learning during your daily routines. A lead service provider will work side by side with you, share strategies, and coach you to use what you have learned with your child. Together you will find ways to help your child practice skills every day in your home and out in the community that will further his or her development.

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The Infant Toddler Program links children with services that promote their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development and supports the needs of their families. In Idaho, services are provided at no cost to families. Funding comes from private insurance, Medicaid, and federal and state funds.

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Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

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Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

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About Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs

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To enable children and youth with special healthcare needs to receive high quality, family-centered, integrated health services by providing resources about access to care, medical and dental homes, care coordination, and healthcare transition.

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The Medicaid Program has special provisions for people with developmental disabilities (DD).

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Apply for Adult with Developmental Disabilities Programs | Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

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The Medicaid Program has special provisions for people with developmental disabilities (DD). If you would like to apply for developmental disability services, first you need to complete a Medicaid application and be determined financially eligible for Medicaid. Then you will need to complete an application and assessment for the DD program to determine if you will be eligible for DD services.

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The Idaho Caregiver Alliance is a coalition of individuals and organizations focused on expanding opportunities for respite as well as other caregiver supports across the lifespan.

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Welcome to the Idaho Caregiver Alliance - Idaho Caregiver Alliance

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The mission of the Idaho Caregiver Alliance is to improve access to respite and connect caregivers with information and resources.

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If you care for someone with a physical, intellectual, cognitive disability, or mental health condition, you're not alone. Millions of Americans are taking on caregiving duties. Research shows that by supporting caregivers, we can also improve the lives of the people they care for.

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I felt very uncomfortable and grief-stricken over my wife's decline. The intake, evaluation, input, and advice provided by [the Navigator] helped me feel more confident about my decisions.

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Family Caregiver Navigator - Providing Caregiver Support to Idahoans

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The Family Caregiver Navigator is an options counseling and resource referral service for Idaho family caregivers.

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We believe the toxic junk kids see on Kindles and iPads is harmful for them. So we made a tablet dedicated to helping kids learn and be independent.

When you buy Goally, you join a community of thousands of parents, educators, and therapists. We celebrate neurodiversity.

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Hi! We're Goally. We make a Skill-Building Tablet for kids. We'll help with routines, communication, and much more!

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Welcome to Every Brain is Different, the podcast that celebrates the unique abilities of individuals from all walks of life. Join us as we delve into the diverse world of neurodiversity, exploring the stories and experiences of those who live with extraordinary minds. From captivating interviews with neurodivergent individuals to heartfelt conversations with their unwavering allies, we aim to be a trusted resource and a bridge of understanding. Tune in as we amplify the voices and shed light on the incredible diversity of human cognition. Whether you're seeking connection, inspiration, or simply looking to broaden your perspective, Every Brain is Different invites you to join our compassionate community.

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Welcome to Every Brain is Different, the podcast that celebrates the unique abilities of individuals from all walks of life. Join us as we delve into the diverse world of neurodiversity, exploring the stories and experiences of those who live with extraordinary minds. From captivating interviews with neurodivergent individuals to heartfelt conversations with their unwavering allies, we aim to be a trusted resource and a bridge of understanding. Tune in as we amplify the voices and shed light on the incredible diversity of human cognition. Whether you're seeking connection, inspiration, or simply looking to broaden your perspective, Every Brain is Different invites you to join our compassionate community.

Welcome to Every Brain is Different, the podcast that celebrates the unique abilities of individuals from all walks of life. Join us as we delve into the diverse world of neurodiversity, exploring the stories and experiences of those who live with extraordinary minds. From captivating interviews with neurodivergent individuals to heartfelt conversations with their unwavering allies, we aim to be a trusted resource and a bridge of understanding. Tune in as we amplify the voices and shed light on the incredible diversity of human cognition. Whether you're seeking connection, inspiration, or simply looking to broaden your perspective, Every Brain is Different invites you to join our compassionate community.

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Rejection sensitivity dysphoria

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Get the podcast show notes and transcripts for All Things Sensory by Harkla! Dive deeper with podcast freebies and more.

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Specializing in products for special needs children, we love to help parents create the ideal environment for their children to thrive in. We are here to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives. Dedicated to helping families and children through our products, digital courses & community, we are passionate about finding every avenue to create as much impact as possible.

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Harkla - Special Needs Products for Happier and Healthier Families

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Harkla is dedicated to bringing you the best special needs products for your child to give them the happy and healthy life they deserve.

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Union is an innovative non-traditional school which opened the Fall of 2015!
We serve students who desire a different way to approach learning through our Big Picture design principles.  Our students define their individualized path to learning "One Student at a Time" through their interests.

Union has expanded and added on a middle school program. It now serves approximately 220 students in grades 6-12. We also are proud to serve teen parents in our communities.  We have a fully licensed daycare on site, with licensed child care providers to meet the needs of our children and babies so our teen parents can pursue their educational goals.

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Mission: The mission of the Nampa School District is to ensure high levels of achievement for every student.

Vision: Every student is fully engaged in extraordinary learning experiences, preparing for successful transition to the next stage of life.

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Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families.

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Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and families.

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Vocational Rehabilitation is appropriate for you if…

You want to work

You have a disability that makes it hard for you to get or continue work

You want to become employed to the best of your ability

You require specific services to become employed

You are willing to follow through and be responsible for your own progress toward employment

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Learn more about the services that are available to eligible individuals through the VR program.

Learn more about the services available to high school and post-secondary school students to help prepare them for the workforce.

Learn more about IDVR's efforts to help employers gain access to this untapped workforce.

Learn more about IDVR's influence with customers in the public.

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a state-federal program whose goal is to assist people with disabilities prepare for, secure, retain or regain employment.
If you have questions about VR services, please contact your local office to speak with someone, or read our FAQs page.

Our Vision

An Idaho where all individuals with disabilities have the opportunity to participate in the workforce and employers value their contributions.

Our Mission

To prepare individuals with disabilities for employment and career opportunities while meeting the needs of the employer.

State Rehabilitation Council

The Idaho State Rehabilitation Council monitors the policies and practices of the Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (IDVR).Working on behalf of Idahoans with disabilities, the Idaho State Rehabilitation Council endeavors to provide consumers, service providers and others the opportunity to participate in constructive dialogue and public input to continually improve the quality of Vocational Rehabilitation services to residents of Idaho.
Find out More about the SRC

Employer Request for Assistance

Employers who would like assistance with meeting their business needs can submit a request.

IDVR helps Idahoans with disabilities take their place in the workforce and in the community. These featured successes highlight a few stories of our job seekers and employers who tell their unique career journeys, in their own voices.

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Learn more about the services that are available to eligible individuals through the VR program. Learn more about the services available to high school and post-secondary school students to help prepare them for the workforce. Learn more about IDVR's efforts to help employers gain access to this untapped workforce. [...]

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n a world where living with disabilities often means engaging a world that is ignorant, suspicious and unwelcoming of your difference, it’s more vital than ever to people of all abilities to have safe and consistent access to community. When we are deprived of community we lose an essential part of our humanity. Isolation, loneliness and chronic boredom make everything about life harder. It is not surprising that Depression is the number #1 disability on earth.

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Show up with needed supports

Everyone Deserves Support. Our 'Your Supports Included' initiative means that when someone needs to come with you to participate, their cost will be covered. When it is time for the Event you have signed up for, please follow the instructions listed in Event Details.

When you arrive, please check-in with the Event Coordinator.

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My Places Community Events - Connecting People

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Show up with needed supports Everyone Deserves Support. Our 'Your Supports Included' initiative means that when someone needs to come with you to participate, their cost will be covered. When it is time for the Event you have signed up for, please follow the instructions listed in Event Details.

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Life’s Kitchen is dedicated to transforming the lives of young adults by building self-sufficiency and independence through comprehensive food service and life skills training, placement in the foodservice industry, and continuing education.

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Life's Kitchen is dedicated to transforming the lives of young adults by building self-sufficiency and independence through comprehensive food service and life skills training, placement in the foodservice industry, and continuing education.

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ABOUT US

Nourishing New Beginnings

Life's Kitchen was founded in 2003 by local restaurateur Rory Farrow.

Before opening Life's Kitchen Rory saw hundreds of Boise teenagers enter her restaurants as employees without the basic life skills necessary to become successful young adults. She found herself not only teaching them how to read a recipe and properly handle a knife but also helping them find their first apartment, learn how to manage a budget, and develop other important skills required for economic independence. After 25 years of informal mentoring, Rory founded Life's Kitchen.

Life's Kitchen was one of the first organizations supported by Catalyst Kitchens, a national network of foodservice job training programs. As a Model Member of the Catalyst Kitchens Network, Life's Kitchen is a recognized leader in the field of foodservice social enterprise.

Over the years, Life's Kitchen has provided over 575,000 hours of job training to more than 900 young adults, while providing more than 1,350,000 meals to community members in need. Life's Kitchen provides 1,000 meals a week to Interfaith Sanctuary to help feed the homeless community.

Our vision is to provide a space where young adults can access educational resources, tools, and opportunities they need to enhance their self-worth, live independently, and realize their full potential.

GET IN TOUCH

For Questions about the Program contact Sue Olszewski

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The Boise School District offers a continuum of services for students who are 18-21 years old, have completed their high school program and will be graduating on an IEP.

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The Boise School District offers a continuum of services for students who are 18-21 years old, have completed their high school program and will be graduating on an IEP. Transition services may look different depending on the needs of the student, but all transition programs will emphasize the following: self-advocacy, self-help skills, community involvement, pre-vocational and vocational skills. Within the district, we have multiple transition program sites. Depending on the needs of the student and the recommendation of the team, an appropriate placement will be made to ensure continued FAPE (free appropriate public education).

S.T.E.P. InstructorsShayna Speetjens - STEP Vista

Our Student Transition Education Program (S.T.E.P.) is located across the Boise School District in 3 locations with 7 instructors. S.T.E.P. instructors are extremely qualified with special education certifications.

Our Vision Statement

S.T.E.P. is a safe place where students and staff treat others with respect, given quality care and feel valued as individuals. Students develop friendships and work hand in hand with the community to gain knowledge and experience. The overall goals are to develop vocational, self-determination, self advocacy and life skills to reach maximum independence.

Students can be referred to the transition program by parents, student, and home school special education team. If you are interested in learning more about our program please contact your student's special education teacher. Students at the S.T.E.P. program are on Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and have been identified as having a need for transition education services.

Students are 18-21 years of age and work on the following transition areas: vocational/employment, self management/home living, personal/social, leisure/recreation, and general community functioning.

Donna Raine - Timberline

Isa Daher -Timberline
Jennifer Comstock - DTEC

Kim Hennings - STEP Vista
Bryon Cox - STEP Vista
Christine Burum - STEP Vista

Call 208-854-4000 for more information.

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Student Transition Education Program (18-21)

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The Boise School District offers a continuum of services for students who are 18-21 years old, have completed their high school program and will be graduating on an IEP. Transition services may look different depending on the needs of the student, but all transition programs will emphasize the following: self-advocacy, self-help skills, community involvement, pre-vocational and vocational skills.

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The RISE (Reaching Independence through Support and Education) classroom serves students with a variety of significant disabilities in grades K-12. They receive the majority of their instruction in a setting outside the general education classroom.

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Sweet Zola’s Candy is a non-profit candy shop that hires and trains individuals with developmental disabilities in order for them to gain real world experience and refine their professional skills. Our goal is for every one of our employees to be prepared and excited to enter their future careers.

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Sweet Zola’s Candy – Candy for Inclusion

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Children's Museum of Idaho is excited to announce we will be offering First Friday Sensory Awareness and Accessibility Evenings February 2, March 1.  We understand that a visit to the Museum can present challenges for some families. The Children’s Museum strives to be an inclusive and accessible space that celebrates neurodiversity and welcomes people of all needs and abilities.

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Children's Museum of Idaho is excited to announce we will be offering First Friday Sensory Awareness and Accessibility Evenings February 2, March 1. We understand that a visit to the Museum can present challenges for some families. The Children's Museum strives to be an inclusive and accessible space that celebrates neurodiversity and welcomes people of all needs and abilities.

First Friday evenings are scheduled monthly October-December from 5:00-7:00pm for families of children on the autism spectrum, with sensory processing disorders, and/or other special needs.

What to Expect:

Limited attendance (pre-registration required)

Low lighting and reduced noise in the exhibit areas

Therapy dogs

Sensory bins

Weighted vests and noise cancelling headphone if requested (limited supply)

Dedicated quiet area

Connect with other families who may share similar life experiences

Food and beverages may be consumed in the outdoor areas or Community Room during the First Friday sessions if you clean-up before you leave the room

Upcoming First Friday Evenings from 5:00-7:00pm:
2024 Dates: February 2, March 1
In an effort to better serve our guests and provide a welcoming, adaptive environment that meets your needs, discounted advanced ticket purchase and member reservations are required two days prior to the session. Tickets are non-refundable.
Tickets: $8.00 adult and child ages 24 months and over; members free but reservation REQUIRED. Discounts available for EBT and WIC card holders. You can make reservations and purchase tickets at this link.

January, February, March registration and ticket-sales will be available three weeks prior to each session. For questions, contact Tamara at tamara@cmidaho.org or 208.345.1920 to learn more about First Friday Sensory Awareness & Accessibility Evenings.

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First Friday Sensory Awareness & Accessibility | Children’s Museum of Idaho

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First Friday evenings are scheduled monthly October-December from 5:00-7:00pm for families of children on the autism spectrum, with sensory processing disorders, and/or other special needs.

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The Discovery Center of Idaho is thrilled to provide Sensory-Friendly Learning Hours each month for visitors who may become overstimulated by the bustling atmosphere of the everyday visitor experience. Prepare for your visit by reviewing our Sensory Guide Map and Sensory Kit offerings listed below.

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We can't wait to welcome you to the Discovery Center of Idaho! Scroll down to explore what's here and view our learning opportunities. While daytime admission is always free for members, every visitor must have a timed-entry ticket to help ensure a great experience for all. Get familiar with what's currently here by viewing our gallery map.

Impressionists Immersive is officially open for exploration! With more than 1,000 masterpieces from important Impressionist artists like Van Gogh, Monet and Renoir, among other esteemed artists, visitors will completely immerse themselves in a realm where famous artwork is brought to life by floor-to-ceiling projections, synchronized with captivating music and informative audio.

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World-Class Exhibitions | The Discovery Center of Idaho

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The Discovery Center of Boise, Idaho has something new and exciting for our visitors to experience year-round.

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Boise Parks and Recreation is committed to providing accessible and inclusive experiences for users of all abilities. The playground at Bowden Park includes Avalanche Inclusive Slide and Ten Spin and has bonded rubber surfacing for mobility device users.

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Restrooms

Restrooms are now closed and park drinking fountains are turned off for the winter.

For a list of restrooms and portable restrooms that are available year around in parks and the reserves, click link below.
Park Restroom Information
The building consists of 2 single-use stalls with storage.

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THRIVE/Adaptive Archives - Treasure Valley Family YMCA

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The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation.

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SuperFlex is an everyday hero helping children overcome emotional barriers that prevent them from being successful in their everyday life. Through his journeys, kids learn how to defeat tricky monsters that cause dysregulation in everyday life.

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Join us for a live free webinar on May 9, 2024, to celebrate the launch of this new curriculum with authors Pamela Crooke and Michelle Garcia Winner.
CLICK HERE New Edition! Updated & Expanded to see the recommended Teaching Pathway for best practices and fidelity in this series.
For more than a decade, our practical, motivating, and kid-friendly Superflex Curriculum has been a core resource for teaching students about flexibility, self-awareness, social interpretation, metacognition, executive functions, and self-regulation. This updated and expanded Superflex® 2nd Edition Kit: Curriculum, Storybook, and Visuals augments the available resources and enhances support for educators, therapists, and parents through a suite of print and digital teaching materials.

The 25 interactive quests that make up the curriculum help students transform abstract thinking into concrete strategies as they learn prosocial and proactive ways to figure out how people work, learn, and play together from a social and emotional perspective.

The Superflex Curriculum is built around 14 UnthinkaBot characters, who represent challenges that all people face (grownups too!), and 14 Thinkable characters, who represent the flexible thinking and strategies that allow us all to manage these daily challenges. By activating "Thinkable" strategies, students transform into their own "Superflex" superhero character who allows them to self-regulate in various situations and meet their own personal and social goals.
What's included in the kit Print components:
With hands-on activities, digital and visual supports, extension activities, and evidence-informed lessons, both students and educators have found this new Superflex Curriculum and Teaching Guide helpful in tackling social learning and self-regulation.
Digital components:

Superflex® Curriculum and Teaching Guide: Taking on the UnthinkaBots with Thinkable Powers, 2nd Edition (book)

Superflexes Take on Rock Brain and the StuckBots (storybook)

Supplemental Teaching Visuals Pack (contains 16 double-sided reference sheets):

Double-sided Mini-poster: UnthinkaBots and Thinkables (1 handout-size poster featuring 14 Thinkables and 14 UnthinkaBots)

Pairs & Powers Visuals (14 double-sided teaching tools, one for each of the 14 character pairs)

My Thinkable Brain Power Picker (1 quick reference showing each Thinkable's powers/strategies for managing the UnthinkaBots and their Bots)

Why people around the world are using the Superflex Curriculum

Letter to Families

"Superflex Academy is in Session" door sign

25 downloadable Quest Thinksheets

24 Quest PowerPoints

Who is it for?
Superflex products provide a fun forum in which everyone can explore their own super-strengths while developing insights into the UnthinkaBots and their Bot powers. This second edition curriculum and storybook contain many significant updates and reflect extensive changes for how to teach. The interactive lessons foster inquiry-based learning with hands-on, multisensory lessons and teaching tools which can be used in classrooms, clinics, community centers, and homes. We hope you find this new resource not only much more user-friendly, but also a curriculum with tighter fidelity, making it easier for consistency of use in real-time settings. The updated language and emphasis on teaching with a strength-building focus in this 2nd edition provides lessons/quests perfect for use in the classroom, home, or clinic. The quests can also be used in small groups or individual sessions.
How do I teach the Dynamic Duo of the Superflex Series?
The curriculum is intended for ages 7 to 10+ who are solid language users (verbal, sign, augmentative, etc.). Those who will benefit the most are students whose receptive and expressive language and cognitive skills allow for basic interpretation of abstract information, including thinking about one's own and others' thoughts, feelings, and intentions. The series is a good fit for all neurotypes in large and small group settings.

IMPORTANT: The first book in the Superflex Series is the multiple award-winning You Are a Social Detective! storybook, which builds a core foundation of social awareness needed before going to the Superflex Academy. Its companion Teaching Curriculum & Support Guide provides 10 fun, structured lesson plans and visual tools to support building students' social attention, social interpretation, and self-awareness-the foundation for social learning for everyone. The Superflex Curriculum, storybook, and visuals are designed to be used only after students have practiced being a "social detective."

After introducing Social Detective concepts, move on to the Superflex Curriculum and Teaching Guide. The opening quests prime the learning and introduce students to the Superflex Academy and the idea of transforming into their own Superflexes. The character pair quests that follow introduce the storybook and the 14 different UnthinkaBot and Thinkable pairings and their powers. Ready, set, go! The final quests tie everything together with students powering up their flexible thinking and learning about how to use Thinkable strategies to manage and send UnthinkaBots to Sleeper Pods to hibernate. The first five lessons should be taught in a sequential manner, and then subsequent lessons can be tailored to the classroom, group, or individual.

Learn more key insights on how to teach Superflex in our free article, 10 Dos and Don'ts for Teaching Superflex.
Superflex is ME and YOU, and YOU, too!
Note: This curriculum may not be a good fit for very young children, those who are just learning to combine words, or emerging language users. Many of the Superflex Series curriculum lessons have a heavy language and metacognitive load.
Best-Selling Superflex Series
It's important to teach that students' Superflexes look like they do. The Superflexes in the storybook are Jaden and Olivia's Superflexes (and their sidekicks, Super Woof and Super Otis).

Our best-selling Superflex Series, including Social Detective, give educators, therapists, and caregivers tools for supporting and teaching social observation, social awareness, perspective taking, executive functioning, flexible thinking, and self-regulation. Click here to explore all our Superflex resources.

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Superflex® 2nd Edition Kit: Curriculum, Storybook, and Visuals

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New! Updated & Expanded Empower your students to activate their superpowers of flexibility, self-awareness, executive functions, self-regulation, and more with the new Superflex® 2nd Edition Kit: Curriculum, Storybook, and Visuals. This eagerly awaited new edition of the bestselling Superflex® Curriculum package has undergone extensive updates and changes to now feature inclusive images, neurodiversity-friendly language, new Superflexes, revised Thinkable & UnthinkaBot characters, Bot powers, visual supports, and much more.

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Behavioral Interventions And Solutions (BIAS)

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Behavioral Interventions And Solutions (BIAS)

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Behavioral Interventions And Solutions (BIAS) was created after noticing the lack of behavioral and visual resources that are specifically designed with parents in mind. My goal is to empower parents by providing them with affordable and easy to use tools for increasing independence and managing challenging behaviors.

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Behavioral Interventions And Solutions (BIAS) was created after noticing the lack of ABA resources that are specifically designed with parents in mind. My goal is to empower parents by providing them with affordable and easy to use tools for managing challenging behaviors.

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A Simple Approach to Developing Self-Regulation, an empowering instructional tool to build safe, supportive environments that foster learning and well-being for all.

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Teach Kids to Manage Big Feelings Through Effective Social Emotional Learning

Over 80% of U.S. public schools reported in 2022 on the negative impact of the pandemic on child well-being and self-regulation. Kids are:

Struggling to manage their feelings and mental health

More disruptive in the classroom

Needing additional social, emotional, and behavioral support

(source: National Center for Education Statistics)

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The Zones of Regulation is a complete social-emotional learning curriculum, created to teach children self-regulation and emotional control.

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To find those who seek to spread goodness, so that others may be fulfilled, by offering a variety of opportunities for kids with and without disabilities. Doing so brings children of all abilities together demonstrating that even though we are all different, we are also the same. We often use sports as a vehicle to create relationships and to focus on the ability of children, rather than the disability.

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Boise, Idaho Non Profit | Children’s Non Profit Idaho

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One of Boise’s best non profit organizations is Game Changers Idaho. Making a difference in your child’s life is what we are here for. We offer an array of sports to help teach them important life lessons. We are located in Boise, Idaho! Call us today at 208-917-0427 for more!

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Darby's Dancers learn all types of dance in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. Dancers in the program gain confidence, coordination, strength and lifelong friends, all while feeling like a star.  Darby's Dancers also provides volunteer opportunities for teens. Youth volunteers learn important lessons in responsibility and friendship by providing one-on-one assistance to each of Darby's dancers.

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"We have loved Darby's Dancers! I appreciate how the staff always encourages my daughter to join the group but also gives her the freedom to explore. She's made some new friends and has also been able to work on her social and school skills - introducing herself to new people, waiting her turn, and listening to instructions. The staff at DAA has been phenomenal - patient, caring, enthusiastic, and making sure that every child who wants to participate is able to participate."
Jennifer R.

Darby's Dancers is a 501(c)(3) organization founded by the parents of Darby Jones of Huntsville, Alabama. Darby's Dancers provides an opportunity for children with special needs to participate in the performing arts through dance education.

Darby's Dancers learn all types of dance in a fun, encouraging atmosphere. Dancers in the program gain confidence, coordination, strength and lifelong friends, all while feeling like a star. Darby's Dancers also provides volunteer opportunities for teens. Youth volunteers learn important lessons in responsibility and friendship by providing one-on-one assistance to each of Darby's dancers.

The charitable contributions of youth volunteers, local businesses and the community allow Darby's Dancers to provide dance classes, supplies and costumes to dancers with special needs at a low cost to their parents.

"Darby's Dancers has been so much fun for my daughter. She enjoyed dancing, and started asking a while back if she could take a dance class. She struggles with body awareness and being able to copy dance movements, so I knew that she would not be able to perform at the level expected for her age. I was so excited when I saw a flier for Darby's Dancers, and love seeing the joy on Michaela's face each week at class.
It's hard knowing that your child is different from most, and because of this there will be things in life that they might never experience, so having the opportunity to let My daughter do something that brings her happiness makes me happy also."
Amanda B.

"Darby's Dancer is a fun program and our 10- year old daughter, Ayla, certainly enjoys it. It's been great to watch her attend classes, gain confidence and interact with the other student dancers. The atmosphere of inclusion and positivity generates excitement and she looks forward to class weekly. The instructors are fun, kind and patient to re-direct and include her and each child during the class. It's been a rewarding experience for us and we are grateful for the time and talents of those at Dance Art Academy and the big hearts which make this program possible!"
Ryan & Heidi

"My daughter is fairly mellow but she has loved being a part of Darby's Dancers. She loves to talk about dance. It has really been such a blessing for our family. Nobody wants to watch their kiddo get left out. Darby's Dancers has given our daughter something that she is a special part of and not seen as a "weak" link. She is valued and treated with love and kindness. We are so happy that we signed her up."
​Heather D.

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"We have loved Darby's Dancers! I appreciate how the staff always encourages my daughter to join the group but also gives her the freedom to explore. She's made some new friends and has also been...

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Person-centered planning (PCP) is a process that helps students with disabilities plan for their future while also promoting self-determination.

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Person-Centered Planning (PCP) | Project10

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PCP promotes self-determination by using a team approach to help individuals with disabilities develop a plan to achieve their life goals.

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AdVenture Program - Boise Parks and Recs

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AdVenture Program - Boise Parks and Recs

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Boise Parks and Recreation's, AdVenture program, meaning Adaptive adVentures, offers recreation, wilderness excursions, fitness programs, sports and social activities to individuals with disabilities, their families and friends.

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Winter-Spring

Our winter and spring programs include Weekly Adaptive Classes (Art, Cooking, Fitness, Dance, Yoga), Snowshoeing, Tubing at Bogus, Social Clubs, Elk Herd Sleigh Ride, Hockey Games, First Thursday, Bruneau Sand Dunes Trip and much more.

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Our winter and spring programs include Weekly Adaptive Classes (Art, Cooking, Fitness, Dance, Yoga), Snowshoeing, Tubing at Bogus, Social Clubs, Elk Herd Sleigh Ride, Hockey Games, First Thursday, Bruneau Sand Dunes Trip and much more.

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The Boise Brick House(BBH) is a teen-driven after school drop-in center for relaxation with friends, homework, free food, fun activities, and empowering conversations about mental wellness. The Boise Brick House started in November 2021 and welcomes high school participants from across the Treasure Valley area.