With a new year comes new opportunities and for many of us that means thinking about what we would like to achieve and setting goals.
Goal setting can be a positive thing for children with special needs to because it can help to increase self-esteem, provide a sense of control and reduce anxiety.
If you have a child with Asperger's and you are struggling to communicate with them, then you have come to the right place. In this blog, we will explore Asperger's and communication and how to help you and your child communicate with one another.
Christmas is just around the corner and it can be hard for many parents of children with special needs to think of what to buy for them.
In this blog, Special Kids Company will share with you 10 great sensory toys for Christmas.
The Mental Health Foundation tells us in their ‘Sleep Matters’ report that ‘sleep is as important to our health as eating, drinking and breathing. Poor sleep is linked to physical problems such as a weakened immune system and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression’. It is then no wonder why children - as well as the parents of children - are impacted hugely by sleep deprivation. And unfortunately for children with special needs, sleep deprivation often comes hand in hand.
Swimming is a fantastic inclusive activity to do with children with special needs. It’s a great sensory experience that is good fun and has positive benefits for both physical and mental health. It is also an activity that can be done all year round and doesn’t have to be weather dependent (depending on where you choose to swim!).
