April 24, 2019
by Editorial Team
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During this month of autism awareness and acceptance, we are excited to announce our freshest new endeavor: The Oxygen Mask Podcast. A collaboration between CEA’s Executive Director, Beth Dierker, and Tera Girardin, author & photographer of “Faces of Autism,” the … Continue reading
March 22, 2019
by Beth
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In my last post, I shared research findings on two stress interventions for special needs parents that proved effective. One was a mindfulness program and the other a program based in positive psychology. I summarized the findings about the stress … Continue reading
February 2, 2018
by Shannon
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One of the most impactful lessons I learned from my wonderful Early Childhood Family Education teacher was that child development is a series of ebbs and flows, much like the tide. I have hung onto this rhythmic imagery as I … Continue reading
January 15, 2018
by Shannon
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Engaging Autism Course in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Looking for a way to change how things work in your family? Is stress eating away at your enjoyment of everyday things? Through education, support and targeted mindfulness training, parents living with … Continue reading
April 7, 2017
by Beth
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“You are your child’s best advocate.” How often have I heard these words uttered in affirmation, intended to empower? Before my child needed an advocate, I was just his mom. I carried him, nurtured him, and loved him so deeply. … Continue reading
December 6, 2016
by Shannon
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RESCHEDULED! Discover the essential tools for your autism “winter survival kit!” This class will give you tons of ideas taken from the most effective therapies designed for children with autism, including Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), and Floor Time. All … Continue reading
August 17, 2016
by Shannon
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Engaging Autism Course in Stress Reduction Research tells us that parents living with autism experience stress at alarming rates. Luckily research also shows how to ease that stress. Through education, support and targeted mindfulness training, even parents with a new … Continue reading
August 10, 2016
by Tanya
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Finding the right fit for your child with autism can go beyond school and therapy. It can mean redefining where home and community meet, intertwine and create spaces in which families can flourish. This decision is never easy, and is … Continue reading
May 9, 2016
by Shannon
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My knees literally gave out, and I sank onto the floor of the school hallway. My worst fear had been realized. My son was missing. I kept asking the woman at the other end of the phone, “What do I … Continue reading
April 23, 2016
by Beth
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My husband and I sat across the table from our early childhood special education team and my son’s beloved preschool teacher of two years. This nurturing, creative team had seen us through so much, and now they were preparing us … Continue reading
