Day Programs Wonder When They Should Reopen — And If They'll Survive

The groups that run day programs for those with developmental disabilities are wary of returning to normal operations as some areas of the country reopen without more detailed guidance. Read More >

Pandemic Making Child Care Tough To Find For Those With Special Needs

With most daycare centers closed, child care options are especially limited for kids with disabilities and the impact is likely to be long-lasting. Read More ;

Coronavirus Frays Safety Net For People With Severe Disabilities

With programs closed for the foreseeable future, many families are now forced to care for loved ones with severe disabilities at home without much help, if any at all. Read More >

Agencies provide specialized babysitting for children with disabilities

A childcare agency in Colorado specializes in babysitting services for children with disabilities. The agency, Specialized Sitters, matches qualified childcare providers with families whose children have disabilities. Similar agencies operate in other areas of the U.S. to serve children diagnosed with autism and other developmental and physical disabilities. USA TODAY (5/7)  http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/wellness/story/2012-04-18/special-needs-babysitters-care-giving/54814644/1