The Magic of Compound Interest
Fans of the Harry Potter book series know about Hermione’s beaded handbag that shows up in the final book. If you aren’t a Harry Potter reader, then maybe it’s time…
Tips on stimulus payments
CARE Act stimulus checks went out in April and families with special-needs members are asking questions about how to handle the funds. Last week, a mom called wondering what to…
Taffy pulling
As a parent of three children, one of whom has Down syndrome, there are many times that I feel like a piece of taffy in a candy factory – pulled…
Special needs planning
Future planning – choosing between fear and courage
Last month, I spoke at the National Down Syndrome Society’s adult conference in Detroit to a room of parents with adult children with Down syndrome. Some families were still figuring…
Puzzle pieces
Complete pictures help solve puzzles
My family and I spent some time working on puzzles over winter break. We had time, it was cold outside and needed something to do. Have you ever tried putting…
My child owns a condo…
A safe and permanent home is right at the top of the list of wishes most parents have for their family member with special needs. We give that to our…
QDE - education
Spending ABLEs – What’s a QDE anyway?
The ABLE Act changed the way we think about saving and spending money for our family members with special needs. For the first time, we can now have a simple,…