DFWChild Special Needs

10/08/2021

04/04/2021

Kim Dawson Agency Kid Division is searching for special needs children who wear size 3T or size 10/12 to model a new line of adaptive children’s clothing.

Please send an image of your child if they are in the size of clothing listed along with their DOB and guardian contact information to [email protected].

You will hear from us only if our client is interested.

The Kim Dawson Agency has been in business for over 50 years and has an excellent reputation. The agency does not charge any fees upfront. We work strictly for commissions on work that we secure for our talent. In addition, we are licensed under the Texas Talent Agency Act – license #115 and we are a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business.

03/25/2021

Like any other kids, kids with special needs are diverse, and there are many educational apps that can help them with their specific needs. Here are 7 of the best apps for kids with special needs, and—even better—they’re all free.

https://dfwchild.com/7-great-apps-for-kids-with-special-needs/

Like other kids, kids with special needs are diverse, and there are many educational apps that can help them with their needs. Here are some of the best.

08/14/2020

As a child I was jealous of kids who could visit their grandparents after school. Having grandparents close by seemed like it would have been so much fun—but how can we maintain the connection when physical distance is a necessity? Even grandparents who live just down the block from their grandchildren may be playing it safe and reducing or eliminating in-person visits right now. [ 632 more words ]
https://dfwchild.com/2020/08/14/8-ways-to-connect-with-grandparents-during-the-pandemic/

Trying to find a way to connect your kids with their grandparents while maintaining social distancing? Check out these 8 great ideas.

08/14/2020

Our Mom Next Door Natalie Lopez shared her favorite things with us from the best education apps for her kids and her favorite mom purchase to the best social distancing date night. Best education app for kids “I like Kids A–Z because it allows kids to read books appropriate for their reading ability. My 6-year-old, Austin, and I have used that app daily, and he has been able to continually progress up levels as he obtains mastery.” [ 428 more words ]
https://dfwchild.com/2020/08/14/educator-natalie-lopez-shares-her-favorite-things/

Check out our Mom Next Door, Arlington's Natalie Lopez, and see what her top picks are for social distancing date night, education apps and more.

08/13/2020

Let’s face it: Life revolves around food. So it’s no surprise that the kitchen is the No. 1 room the family spends most of their time. What’s for breakfast? Lunch? Dinner? What can I have as a snack? It’s an important room. But how organized is your kitchen pantry? Is it just a free-for-all when it comes to putting away groceries? [ 382 more words ]
https://dfwchild.com/2020/08/13/5-steps-to-an-organized-kitchen-pantry/

The kitchen is the most important room in the house. But how do you keep it organized? Check out these tips from the Neat Method's Valerie Wood.

06/22/2020

Hey mamas, what are some of your favorite sensory-friendly activities you are doing with the kiddos this summer? We are working on a story and would love to hear from you!

Comment below or email us at [email protected]

06/18/2020

Partners Resource Network, Cook Children's Health Plan and ESC Region 11 are collaborating to provide you with an amazing lineup of speakers for our annual S.W.A.P. Symposium. This year, we are holding the event virtually with two speakers daily, July 23-25th. For more information, go to 2020swap.eventbrite.com.

06/05/2020

Let's make summer reading more impactful this year with helpful books on teaching your kids about prejudice and race. 📚

Find our reading list here: http://ow.ly/mQ0950zZ2iT

As you educate yourself in matters of race and prejudice, pass along your knowledge to your kids. These 47 books are a great way to start that conversation.

05/28/2020

Kim Dawson Agency is looking for wheelchair bound kids (any age) and their parents to be part of an advertising campaign for a client that provides SUV conversions.

If interested, please submit a current photo of your child (no larger than 1MB) as well as a brief description and birthdate of your child to [email protected]

05/12/2020

Nominate your favorite wellness professionals!

Have a great therapist or other wellness professional? Share with other moms by taking our survey. Results in our August issue.

https://dfwchild.com/nominate-a-wellness-professional/ #/

05/11/2020

Autism Speaks is hosting a webinar to learn about autism advocacy efforts during the time of the pandemic. Now more than ever, state and federal advocacy efforts are critical to the Texas autism community. Learn about recent developments in your state and Washington D.C. from our advocacy team and hear from our community outreach staff about resources that can help right now.

Date: May 12, 2020

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CDT

Guest Speakers:

Kaitlin Bracken - Director of Field Development, Autism Speaks

Angela Lello - Senior Director, Public Policy

Judith Ursitti - Director of State Government Affairs, Autism Speaks

Colleen Shinn - Director of Community Outreach, Autism Speaks
Space is limited.

Register here:
http://ow.ly/Tgf350zDg30

02/27/2020

Our first-ever special needs resource fair took place on February 22nd at Greenhill School. Special thanks to all exhibitors and our sponsor, Audi Plano, for helping to bring so many valuable resources to local families.

Photo credit: WJN Photography

02/19/2020

01/21/2020

How do you handle such news? Our mommy blogger, and fellow mom of kiddos with special needs, has some insight for you if you're in that space right now.

12/13/2019

Life Skills Autism Academy in Plano gave us some great tips on how to make sure the entire family enjoys the holidays.

Life Skills Autism Academy in Plano has some great tips to ensure the holidays are enjoyable for the entire family.

12/09/2019

The hunt is over! Find the perfect gift for your favorite people while making seasons bright for local businesses. 🎁🌟

Playing Santa isn’t easy, but with a little help from our holiday gift guide you can check off your gift...

11/26/2019

CONTEST: Win a family-4 pack to this classic, featuring over 130 talented dancers, with special needs in mind!

Win a family-4 pack to see a classic show with special needs in mind! This show is sensory-friendly and the...