Author: Thoughtful House

For children with special needs, a well-structured routine is more than just a daily schedule—it’s a source of comfort, security, and growth. As a parent, you might already be familiar with the importance of flexibility and adaptability, but balancing that Read More …

Strategies to Help Non-Verbal Children Communicate Rose Akinsehinwa                                                       June 2019 Communication is one of the important keys to enjoying good healthy relationships and children with special needs, especially autism usually have communication gaps, with some who have severe cases Read More …

How Assistive Technology can aid individuals with autism in full participation                         By Rose Akinsehinwa                                           April 2019 The theme from the United Nations for 2019 Autism Awareness month is “Assistive Technology, Full Participation”. Assistive Technologies (ATs) are tools or devices Read More …

Advocating for your child with special needs Rose Akinsehinwa                                               March 2019 As a parent, you are your Read More …

January 2019                                                                                                                 Rose Akinsehinwa Bullying is a pressing issue for many school children. While this damaging behavior affects both typical children and children with special needs, children with special needs are at more risk for being targets of a bully. Read More …

Channeling the Energy of ADHD Vou Akinsehinwa                               Sept 2018 Welcome to a new school year.  How would you handle that child that comes in with a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? As the name imply, they are usually Read More …

Establishing practical workable routines for children with special needs   Rose Akinsehinwa                                                                                                   May 2018   It is a known and established fact that children with special needs thrive with predictability and routines. This is their way of feeling Read More …

Attaining Independence with Girls with Autism Vou Akinsehinwa                                            April 2018 Independence is the ultimate target of every effective and efficient special needs intervention. All parents desire that their children grow to be responsible adults who are able to take care Read More …

Transitioning successfully with the inflexible Mind Vou Akinsehinwa                                                               February 2018 What would you do or how will you feel if having left home at your usual scheduled time, going on your usual way to work for a very important meeting Read More …