Resources for Children with Special Needs
 
Title:  Caring for Children with Special Needs
Authors:  National Network for Child Care of the Cooperative Extension Service
Publication Date: 1998
Abstract: A series of fact sheets for laypersons with information on caring for children with special needs. Topics include: Challenging Behaviors, Chronic Illness, Developmental Delays, Hearing Impairments, HIV or AIDS, Physical Differences and Impairments, Seizure Disorders, Speech and Language Problems, Visual Impairments, The Americans with Disabilities Act, Attention Deficit Disorder, Feeling Comfortable
Ordering Information: http://www.nncc.org - or www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/search/direct.htm

Title:  Respite Care
Author:  National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY)
Publication Date: June 1996
Abstract:  Briefing paper discusses the emergence and diversity of respite care services, with particular emphasis on the benefits of respite care for families of children with disabilities or special health needs.  Tips and advice for parents who are seeking respite care and a listing of readings and organizations that can provide parents and others with additional information on the subject of respite care are also presented.
Ordering Information: NICHCY, P.O. Box 1492, Washington, DC 20013; phone: 1-800-695-0285;
Website: www.nichcy.org

Title:  Parenting a Child with Special Needs: A Guide to Reading and Resources
Author:  National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Publication Date: February 1997
Abstract: Briefing paper addresses the information needs of parents of a child who has special needs.
Ordering Information: NICHCY, P.O. Box 1492, Washington, DC 20013; phone: 1-800-695-0285;
Website: www.nichcy.org

Name: NICHCY (The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities) Publications Catalog
Contact: NICHCY, PO Box 1492, Washington, DC  20013-1492; 1-800-695-0285
 

 

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