Stepping Stones: a guidebook for people with disabilities

Stepping Stones is a magazine for families, individuals and professionals who are interested in the lives of people with disabilities, at home and in the community. We collect stories from many sources including family members, people living with disabilities and advocates.

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Stories and articles from families and professionals

• Spotlight article: Crotched Mountain ATECH Services Opens The World For Children

   

   

• Brian Ballard: Musician extraordinaire
• Finding joy: A provider's perspective
• Being, not heard: An interview with Michael
• Spreading the word: How a parent showed some understanding could make a difference
• RKM Research and Communication: An employer who believes in giving opportunities
• Because of hardwork a young man is working full time and is independent
• Music to our ears: Our son found a sense of community and belonging in the band
• The quest to find "Brother Brian": A story of love, family and never giving up
• Defining a new community: Finding ways to include not exclude
• More than words: How Naturalist Ben Kilham found success after figuring out how to deal with his "learning difference"
• Special education funding: The rest of the story
• How one boy changed the DMV
• The Independent Living Philosophy: What is it and why it's important
• Our adoption story: it was frustrating, but it was worth it
• Looking at the brighter side of life: One mom talks about her son, Amir

Services, support and other information you need to know

• Fitness is for kids of all ages and abilities
• Apps: The new bag of tricks in communication
• Transportation: Options limited for those having trouble getting around
• Safety: Information for families regarding residential generator safety
• Special needs trust: What are they and why you need one
• Making a difference: How MEAD helps NH citizens with disabilities
• Getting help: What you need to know about guardianship
• The alliance for full participation: What every family should know about employment
• For professionals: Sharing a diagnosis with a family
• Project SEARCH: A program that helps transition young people with disabilities in to a job in the health-care field
• Creating a community: Why networking with other parents is important
• Pediatric PT: Pediatric physical therapists work to help children play
• Direct support professionals: finding the right fit for your needs
• Autism Spectrum Disorder: The benefits and challenges of early intervention
• A practical legal guide: A guide for parents and their children with disabilities