"The essential companion for parents and professionals who care for individuals with special needs."
--From the Foreword by Gail Williamson, executive director, Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles
"Judy Winter's book is a wonderful story filled not only with practical insights but also with inspirational ideas for how parents can imagine a future filled with high hopes for every child."
--Timothy P. Shriver, Ph.D., chairman of the board, Special Olympics
"This wonderful book is a tribute to the power of faith, optimism, and possibility thinking. Breakthrough Parenting for Children with Special Needs will provide hope and inspiration to all families challenged by special needs."
--Dr. Robert H. Schuller, founding pastor, Crystal Cathedral Ministries/Hour of Power, and author, Don't Throw Away Tomorrow
"It's about ability, not disability! I believe Ms. Winter will influence many parents and give them a positive outlook in raising their children."
--Chris Burke, actor, aka Corky from Life Goes On
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Foreword Acknowledgments Introduction: Raising the Bar of Expectations for Children with Special Needs PART ONE: WELCOME TO BREAKTHROUGH PARENTING FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 1. The Perfect-Baby Dream 2. First You Cry 3. No Labels, Yes Hope PART TWO: GUIDELINES FOR THE PRESCHOOL THROUGH COLLEGE YEARS 4. The Pre-K and Elementary Years 5. Middle School, Junior High, and High School 6. Advocating for Techniques and Programs That Work PART THREE: FOCUSING ON THE FAMILY 7. Embracing a New Definition of Family and Planning for the Future 8. Preserving Your Marriage, Caring for Yourself, and Surviving the Death of a Child 9. Meeting the Needs of Siblings PART FOUR: HONORING SPECIAL NEEDS EXCELLENCE 10. Honoring Special Needs Excellence About the Author.