It’s here again—the dreaded flu season. Although we take precautions during this time, it is crucial for those who have disabilities or parents who have children with special needs to take extra measures to prevent illness. Something so little as […]
Following Hope- Self Advocacy
For some, self-advocacy is not an easy thing. As those who have a disability know, though, it is an essential part of their very being, and yes, everyday life. I’ve come to understand that self-advocacy is the most important, if […]
Following Hope- Childhood Therapy
As a parent of a child who has a disability knows, multiple therapies are essential to his or her child’s well-being. If started early on, it can make a world of difference to a child’s success and paves the way […]
Following Hope- Vacationing, Wheelchairs, Perspective
Vacation! The very word itself creates a feeling of anticipation and excitement. As a child and young adult, my grandparents always took me along on trips in their RV. We went everywhere—from the mountains to the beach, and we approached […]
Following Hope- Independence Through Communication and Personal Care.
As some parents who have children with disabilities know, letting others help with their child’s personal care can be challenging, but it can be an invaluable teaching tool for children when they are on their own. It is vital, I […]
Following Hope
My name is Hope Johnson. I love American history, especially learning about the Civil War and the period after that. Reading literature, listening to Mercy Me and a good, invigorating discussion about life in general are favorite past times of […]
Help with Toilet Training!? YES, please!
I don’t know about you, but toilet training my child (now a 9 year old) hands down, was one of greatest challenges my husband and I had to deal with. In fact, most parents, regardless of their child’s ability level, […]
A whole new, smart world
Welcome to 2017. We are in the age of everything “at our fingertips”. There are so many new, affordable technology devices made in order to make not just our phones and televisions, but our entire homes “smart”. What if all the […]
Baby, It’s Cold Outside
As this is only just the start of another crazy cold, frigid, arctic, polar-bear-lovin’ weather season, here are some easy tips to help protect your kids from Mother Nature’s wintery wonders. The anticipated forecast this season, which is described by […]
The hunt for the great TEAL pumpkin
Are you interested in providing a safe and fun “trick or treat” night for every child? Join the initiative from F.A.R.E. (Food Allergy Research & Education) for a non-candy treat as an option for children. Providing a few Halloween stickers, pencils and […]