Posts tagged special needs
World Smile Day
World Smile Day

In honor of World Smile Day we want to go through the history of the namesake holiday, the smiley face, as well as why smiling is so important not only in the world, but especially in the disability community. Seeing as our mission is to bring joy and smiles to the faces of people everywhere, we understand the power of a simple smile! Next time you’re not feeling like you have a lot to smile about, remember these fun smile facts!

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Keeping ourselves occupied and safe
Keeping ourselves occupied and safe

As we return to a sense of normalcy with restaurants adjusting to outdoor seating and stores opening at limited capacity, many of us remain cautious. If you have a child, particularly a child with special needs, they may have already had a difficult time adjusting and to reintroduce them can be even more stressful for them.

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Commentary, EventsLeslie RiosCOVID-19, COVID reopening, staying safe, special needs, child safety, health & wellness, exercise indoors, safe to go outside, nonproft, meddy teddy, how toComment