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Things to Consider… When Considering Assisted Living
Older adults tend to agree with Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz: “There is no place like…Read More
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Talking to Children with Special Needs About Death and Dying
Talking with any child about death and dying can be daunting, but it may be particularly so…Read More
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If You Want to Adopt a Child, Make a Home Study Your First Step
Author: Beth Lutton, LCSW-C/LISW, Adoption Options Executive Director Home Study | Top…Read More
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Learning From Grief
As human beings, we will experience loss many times in our lives. I have found that in these…Read More
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Canine Chronicles with Quincy, a JSSA Therapy Dog – Vol. 1
When I first saw the ad in the Montgomery Gazette, I realized the potential of JSSA’s…Read More
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Understanding and Embracing Mindfulness
Mindfulness – it seems like we’re hearing it everywhere these days, in schools, hospitals,…Read More
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Transitioning to College
As parents start thinking about “next steps” regarding transitioning their special needs…Read More
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Special Needs Children and Divorce: Working with a JSSA Child Specialist
Author: Jamell White, Ph.D., LCSW-C, Director, Special Needs and Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services…Read More
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College Bound Seniors – Leaving Home and Summer Stress
Author: Deborah Goldstein, LCSW-C, Clinical Director This year’s graduating high school…Read More
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Talking to Children About Tragic Events
Author: JSSA Child and Family Staff Tragic Events in the News “When I was a boy and…Read More