Family loses fight for autistic son to have service dog in class
Ontario’s human rights tribunal has ruled that a nine-year-old autistic boy in … READ MORE
Parenting
7 things I want my teachers to know as a disabled student
It’s that time of year again. School is starting — hear that sound? It’s … READ MORE
Reminiscing and hoping for a successful school year
As I say every year, I cannot believe how fast summer goes by, and I’m a mom of … READ MORE
Dr. Peter Nieman: Reflecting on 30 years as a pediatrician in Calgary
This month marks three decades for me in a community-based pediatric clinic. The … READ MORE
7-year-old’s mystery illness baffles specialists
Gracie Lee Straus loves taking photographs of people and turning them into jigsaw … READ MORE
Recreation programs foster inclusion
It’s all about playing together. That’s the philosophy of special … READ MORE
What is torticollis and deformational plagiocephaly?
Males Twins Superhero Siblings. Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids … READ MORE
Care for chronically ill children may suffer when parents and doctors are at odds
Holly remembers the day doctors diagnosed her son with cerebral palsy and told her … READ MORE
‘It doesn’t seem fair’: Unwed parents in Alberta don’t share financial burden once disabled child turns 18
‘Unless you’ve been married, you fall through the cracks,’ says … READ MORE
We all want to look good: Calgary company adapts clothes for those with disabilities
Strategically placed zippers make clothes easy to get on and get off. A former … READ MORE
What it means when kids walk on their toes
When toddlers are learning to walk, many spend some time walking up on their tip … READ MORE
New kind of house call comes to The Woodlands
Sarah Rhea was out of town on a weekend business trip when her husband called, … READ MORE
Calgary doctor connects disabled children with accessible activities
Let’s make it easy for these kids. Dr. Sarah MacEachern is on a campaign to … READ MORE
The wheels of freedom: My first motorized wheelchair
What were you doing when you were seven years old? Most seven-year-olds are playful … READ MORE
State-of-the-art special needs school opens its doors in Calgary
After three long years of lobbying and construction, a unique school welcomed its … READ MORE
My cool, adaptive bike — from Germany, of course
Frank Dippel likes to ride a bike, and when he drives, it’s far and fast. With … READ MORE
Positive results for pediatric patient with idiopathic toe walking
A multidisciplinary approach offered benefits for a pediatric patient who had … READ MORE
Walking barefoot on gravel improves gait for children with idiopathic toe walking
Walking barefoot on a gravel surface significantly improved gait in children with … READ MORE
Calgary Herald’s ‘Life with Emily’ documentary a finalist for international media award
The Calgary Herald has been named a finalist in a prestigious international media … READ MORE
Calgary mom raising funds to bring music therapy to public high school
A Calgary mom is raising money so teenagers can benefit from a program that’s … READ MORE
Life With Music – Fundraiser by Christina Ryan
Emily Pitchers, 16, plucks the strings on a guitar with JB Music therapist Catherine … READ MORE
Issues for parents caring 24/7 for children with complex care needs
A new research report has been published by the charity WellChild which explores … READ MORE
Who will care for the caregivers?
I should have put his socks back on. The thought kept nagging me as I finished my … READ MORE
3D printed camera rig enables photographer to create
James has a life-threatening condition, but he’s desperate to leave his mark on … READ MORE
It’s pretty beautiful: Wheelchair whiz kid learning to walk
‘It’s been really neat to watch because we never thought we would see … READ MORE
Caring for special-needs children at home brings high cost
Study finds that home care is beneficial for the children, but it comes at great … READ MORE
A day in the life of four wheelers
Alex Ghenis, Paula Larson, Ian Jaquiss and Ellen Stohl are four very different … READ MORE
Aging caregivers of children with disabilities pushed to the breaking point
Carlo is in a wheelchair thanks to a condition called myositis. Now that he’s … READ MORE
When the barriers aren’t just physical
Entering the playground, I heard a boy call my son’s name. We turned and saw one … READ MORE
How technology helps special-needs students excel
Educators in California, Montana and Washington explain how technology makes it … READ MORE
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