http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:16:15 -0700 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:19:48 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d20-FOCUS-Upcomming-Event-Highlighs-Jumping-Parent-Support-and-Movie-Night?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  All of these events are published with permission from the FOCUS blog:Exceptional Parent Support GroupThursday, Dec 178:30AMChick Fil A at the corner of Dan Lakly Drive and Hwy 54 (Across the way from the McD's) in Peachtree City.Special Gues... events Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:19:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d20-FOCUS-Upcomming-Event-Highlighs-Jumping-Parent-Support-and-Movie-Night?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Black-Friday-Deals-that-special-needs-parents-would-enjoy?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner If you have a child or a parent of a child on your holiday shopping list, there are some good Black Friday deals out there that they would enjoy. Today, we are going to discuss the recent Black Friday deals that were released by Walmart. These gift s... holidays Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:15:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Black-Friday-Deals-that-special-needs-parents-would-enjoy?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Childs-Play--Why-it-is-the-one-charity-you-should-consider-this-year?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  Photo courtsey Robert Morlan Our kids have medical issues. Without going into too many details and boring you to death, simply put we are at our local children's hospital frequently for one thing or another. Our hospital is one of the recipien... charity Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:03:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Childs-Play--Why-it-is-the-one-charity-you-should-consider-this-year?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Healthcare-Reform-why-everyone-needs-it-now?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner As the debate and possible vote on the health care reform package approach, I cannot help but to speak up and say something as a parent of two children with special medical needs. Please think about this on a human level rather than political. Ill... in the news health care Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:31:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Healthcare-Reform-why-everyone-needs-it-now?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d4-North-Fulton-Autism-Support-Group-Meeting--November-8-2009?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner From the FOCUS blog: North Fulton Autism Support Group Meeting Date: Sunday November 8, 2009 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Topic: Mitochondrial Disease and Autism: How often do they go together? Speaker: Frances D. Kendall, MD The... support group Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:00:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d4-North-Fulton-Autism-Support-Group-Meeting--November-8-2009?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d3-GA-Abilities-Expo-November-6-to-8--FREE-ADMISSION?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner Be sure to check out the GA Abilities Expo from November 6 to November 8 2009 at the Cobb Galleria Convention Center! Admission is FREE!   Here is some information from their website:For three decades, Abilities Expo has worked to improve the li... events Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:56:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d3-GA-Abilities-Expo-November-6-to-8--FREE-ADMISSION?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Coweta-Troup-Aspergers-Family-Support-Group?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  The Coweta Troup Asperger's Family Support Group (CoTroAFS) will have their first morning meeting on Monday, November 9 at 10:00 am at the Burger King in Newnan on the corner of Bullsboro Dr. & 34 Bypass.  We will meet in the playgroun... support group Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:49:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Coweta-Troup-Aspergers-Family-Support-Group?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Down-Syndrome-Association-of-Atlanta--Fall-Conference?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner Don’t Delay! Register Now! Seats are Limited! Your browser may not support display of this image. The Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta Fall Conference Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. First Presbyterian Chur... education events Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:13:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Down-Syndrome-Association-of-Atlanta--Fall-Conference?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d20-FOCUS--Fayette-County-Sibling-Support-Group?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  The following is from the FOCUS blog:The Fayette County Navigator Team is a committee of ExceptionalOPS in conjunction with a Parent to Parent of Georgia PTI initiative. The Sibling Support Group is funded through a grant given by Parent to Par... Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:55:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d20-FOCUS--Fayette-County-Sibling-Support-Group?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Respite-Day--First-Baptist-Church-of-Woodstock?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  The following is from the FOCUS blog: WELCOME TO RESPITE DAY!Next Step Ministries is partnering with the Special Needs Sunday School Class to host a Respite Day through the LoveLoud Project at First Baptist Church Woodstock. Here is the in... events respite Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:34:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Respite-Day--First-Baptist-Church-of-Woodstock?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Planning-the-Financial-Future-of-Your-Child-with-Special-Needs?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner   The following is from the FOCUS blog:   Cobb County Navigator Team Strengthening families, especially those with disabilities, through a statewide Parent-led volunteer network. Presents: A workshop on Planning the Financial Future of Yo... education events Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:33:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Planning-the-Financial-Future-of-Your-Child-with-Special-Needs?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-FOCUS--Atlanta-Zoo-Day?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  From the FOCUS website. Space is limited so contact them ASAP! FOCUS Day at ZooAtlanta8th Annual FOCUS Day at ZooAtlantaSaturday, October 17, 2009Lunch at the Ford Conservation Room & Eco HallProvided by FOCUS – New Location this... events Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:44:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-FOCUS--Atlanta-Zoo-Day?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Spin-for-Kids?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  From the Spin For Kids Website: Join Camp Twin Lakes and its Partners for our 4th annual fundraising bike ride through the gentle rural hills of Morgan County and help send children with serious illnesses and life challenges to camp!THE RI... events Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:40:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Spin-for-Kids?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Georgia-Aquarium-Mommy-and-Me-tickets-are-back?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  From the Georgia Aquarium: We know it’s not always easy for moms (and dads and caregivers!) to take everyone on an exciting adventure, and the Georgia Aquarium wants to help. We have put together the best Aquarium offer ever, and we ... events Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:36:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Georgia-Aquarium-Mommy-and-Me-tickets-are-back?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Newnan-presents-Ride-for-the-Kids?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  From Jen Williams, Coweta County Parent Mentor - Special Education Great South Harley-Davidson of Newnan presents “Ride for the Kids” – a fully escorted Benefit Ride. Proceeds go to the Fragile Kids Foundation. The r... events Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:32:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Newnan-presents-Ride-for-the-Kids?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Coweta-Supporters-of-Developmental-Disabilities-October-Monthly-Meeting?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner From Coweta Parent to Parent: A Parent to Parent Navigator TeamThe Rutledge Center An organization providing families with information and support Monthly MeetingMonday, October 12th, 20097:00 – 9:00 p.m.at Cornerstone United Methodist Chu... education Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:29:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Coweta-Supporters-of-Developmental-Disabilities-October-Monthly-Meeting?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Centennial-High-School-PTSA-Special-Needs-Parent-Meeting?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner From the FOCUS Blog:       PTSA Special Needs Parent Meeting Thursday, October 8 our next speaker will be Georgia Community Support and Solutions (GCSS), a non-profit agency headquartered in Atlanta, created to provide com... education Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:24:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m10d4-Centennial-High-School-PTSA-Special-Needs-Parent-Meeting?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Gymnastics-Class?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner This is reposted from the FOCUS blog. For more details about this and other events, check out the FOCUS website! The City of Kennesaw is starting a special needs gymnastics class for children ages 3-5. My name is Kay Swanson and I have been work... athletics Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:05:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Gymnastics-Class?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Respite-for-families-with-Down-syndrome-and-Autism?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner    Bisonview LodgeThe following is from Sharon Gudger who is the director of mountain miracles at Bisonview Lodge.“Dear friends and families of children with Down Syndrome or Autism,I write to you today both as a parent and advocate f... events Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:27:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Respite-for-families-with-Down-syndrome-and-Autism?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Georgia-DOE-puts-blind-and-low-vision-education-for-kids-in-limbo?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner  Pati Alexander teaches and works with children with visual Impairments and multiple disabilities as a consultant with Georgia PINES. She has been working with these kids for over 33 years. Due to the serious nature of the impact of the actions ... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:23:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Georgia-DOE-puts-blind-and-low-vision-education-for-kids-in-limbo?cid=exrss-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner