
EP 147 | Mary McDirmid on Financial Planning for Special Needs Families
For parents raising a child with a disability, planning for the future can feel overwhelming. There are school supports to

For parents raising a child with a disability, planning for the future can feel overwhelming. There are school supports to

Parents often hear reassuring phrases from schools: “Your child is making progress,” “They do not need testing,” “A 504

For many parents of neurodivergent children, independence can feel like a moving target. One day your child needs reminders for

Parents often know when something feels different about their child, even if they cannot yet name what it is. A

The transition from high school to adulthood can feel overwhelming for any family. But for parents of neurodivergent teens,

Social skills are not just about “being friendly” or knowing how to make small talk. They affect almost every

Executive functioning is often talked about in schools, IEP meetings, and therapy offices, but many parents are still left wondering:

When a child receives a diagnosis—whether medical or educational—it can feel like the ground shifts beneath your feet. The future

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP, Frances Shefter speaks with family law attorney, mediator, and collaborative divorce professional Manisha

In this episode of Stress-Free IEP, Frances Shefter sits down with Leah Ellis—founder of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs—to challenge