by Dan DeMarle | Sep 23, 2024 | Parents/Guardians
“WalletHub study cites high rates of poverty, divorce Emily Barnes New York State Team USA TODAY NETWORK New York has four of the most stressed cities in the country, a new study released by WalletHub reveals. Rochester, Buffalo, Yonkers and New York City made...
by Dan DeMarle | Sep 19, 2024 | ADA, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Parents/Guardians
“Despite pushback, Disney is pressing ahead with major changes to its process for providing disability accommodations at its theme parks amid concerns about rampant abuse of the program. New policies for Disney’s Disability Access Service will take effect Monday...
by Dan DeMarle | Sep 18, 2024 | Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Parents/Guardians, Recreation
The NYS DEC has just announced a brand-new ADA Accessible Recreation Map! This incredible resource showcases 266 wheelchair-accessible locations across New York State, including trails, parks, beaches, and campgrounds. Explore the map and find your next accessible...
by Dan DeMarle | Aug 31, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Special Education
“The U.S. Supreme Court is being asked to take up a case centering on whether parents have the right to record meetings with their child’s school district about special education services. Click this link to read the story.
by Dan DeMarle | Jul 2, 2024 | Parents/Guardians, Special Education
I recall attending a school 504 meeting, as a single parent of a child with inattentive ADHD, where a panel of teachers, counselors, and administrators all sat across from me. I had a sinking sense that I was being judged for my child’s behavior and struggles. I felt...
by Dan DeMarle | Jun 22, 2024 | Autism, Autism Research, Classroom, Parents/Guardians, Social Stories/Social Skills
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