The Give Kids A Voice Blog
News, stories and practical tips for parents, caregivers and teachers of non-verbal autistic children.
Start here: 10 posts to get you going
- What are AAC devices?
- Recognizing Non-Verbal Autism: Signs and Communication Strategies
- Bridging Communication Gaps: Our AAC Device Speaks Both Spanish and English!
- Unlocking the World of Non-Verbal Autism: An Insight
- A Parent’s Guide: Hints and Tips for Navigating Daily Life with a Non-Verbal Child
- Water Safety and Communication: Saving Lives for Children with Autism
- Navigating Puberty: Supporting a Pre-Teen Autistic Non-Verbal Child Through Change
- Soothing Strategies for Non-Verbal Autistic Children
- Back to School Tips and Advice for Parents of Non-Verbal Autistic Children!
- Let’s Talk About the Quiet Part Out Loud: The Nervous System of a Special Needs Parent
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Let’s Talk About the Quiet Part Out Loud: The Nervous System of a Special Needs Parent
There is a silent physiological reality many autism and special needs parents live with every single day — a nervous system that…
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Happy Mother’s Day
To the mothers who keep showing up when their tanks are empty…this is for you. To the moms who became researchers overnight,…
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Grateful, Inspired, and Completely Mind-Blown: My Experience at the Autism Health Summit
Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the Autism Health Summit in San Diego—and I’m still trying to put into words…
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Water Safety and Communication: Saving Lives for Children with Autism
For families of children with autism, water can be both a source of joy and a serious risk. In Florida, where pools,…
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World Autism Awareness Day: Empowering Non-Verbal Autistic Children to Communicate
Every year on April 2nd, the world unites to celebrate World Autism Awareness Day, a global initiative to raise understanding and acceptance…
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Navigating Puberty: Supporting a Pre-Teen Autistic Non-Verbal Child Through Change
Puberty is a challenging time for any child, but for a pre-teen who is autistic and non-verbal, it can be particularly overwhelming.…
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Empowering Non-Verbal Autistic Children Through Sensory and Educational Toys for the Holidays!
Happy Holidays! Every child deserves the opportunity to explore, learn, and express themselves through play. For non-verbal autistic children, carefully chosen toys…
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Navigating Hurricane Milton: Emotional and Mental Fatigue for Parents Is Real
When Hurricane Milton made landfall on the east coast of Florida last week as a Category 3 storm, it wasn’t just the winds and…
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The Reality of Single-Parent Households with a Child on the Autism Spectrum: Challenges and Gaps in Support
Raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) brings immense rewards, but for single-parent households, the challenges can often feel overwhelming. From…