Blog Archive 2023

Extended School Year is an IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) provision that extends services beyond the 180 school days in Washington State and is "available when necessary to provide FAPE" for all children with IEPs.

Every summer I enjoy watching America’s Got Talent with my family.  This week a new contestant caught my attention.  Lavender Darcangelo is such a talented singer.  She is also blind and autistic.  Shows like this giving members of the autistic community an opportunity to showcase their talents is so important.  I am able to sit […]

Do you have a way to save for your disabled child for their everyday needs or have a tax-free account that you use to save for their future without risking their state and federal benefits?

Do you dread taking your child or just yourself for a haircut?  Every person and every haircut is different.  What works for one person may not work for the next, yet many stylists or salons take the cookie-cutter approach and don’t take the time to accommodate those that struggle with the hair-cutting and styling experience.