Special Needs
Wonderful Children Who Just Need a Little Extra Care.
Isn't every child special? We think so.
But what do we mean when we say "Children with special needs"?
This means any child who might need extra help because of a medical, emotional, or learning problem.
These children have special needs because they might need medicine, therapy, or extra help in school —
stuff other children don't typically need or only need once in a while.
We are Here to Help
Children/Young Adults who have an illness, such as epilepsy, diabetes, or cerebral palsy, would have special needs, too. They might need medicine or other help as they go about their daily activities. People with sight problems might need Braille books to read. People with hearing or speech problems would have special needs, too. A person who has hearing trouble might need hearing aids to hear and speech therapy, too, since it can be hard to say words correctly when you can't hear very well.
Comfort. Hope. Fun!
If you have a child/Young Adult with special needs, finding the right sitter for your family can pose an extra challenge. Doretha Ruth is here to help! I am a sitter and have experience with children who have behavioral issues such as ADD, autism, Asperger syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Contact me for my qualifications and profile, which include CPR and first aid training and age-specific skills and experiences, as well as additional services like cooking and cleaning.
Love, Acceptance and Friendship!
Be an advocate.
Ask questions, and know your rights.
Become familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family Medical Leave Act, and other Wisconsin State and national provisions. Know how and when to apply them to your situation.
Be empowering.
Focus on what you and your family member with special needs can do.
Recognize appropriate milestones to celebrate. Look for memorable events and achievements to honor family members with special needs.
Take care of yourself.
Stay healthy for yourself and those you care for.
Balance is key.
Take a break.
Short or long breaks can be helpful.