Join our team!

Please reach out, we’re looking for admin and service facilitators to do home visits. Email us for more information. specialcservices AT gmail.com.

Happy Holidays!

Looking for some sensory holiday events? https://santacares.whereissanta.com Or perhaps non-holiday event – try a museum! https://smv.org/visit/accessibility/autism-spectrum-and-sensory-concerns/ or other events – https://www.belikebuddy.com/virginia

PBS KIDS announces series on Autistic characters…

I know I will tune in! https://www.pbs.org/about/about-pbs/blogs/news/pbs-kids-announces-carl-the-collector-its-first-series-centering-on-autistic-characters

Potty Training *sigh*

It’s not a topic we all enjoy, but it’s one that is important if your loved one hasn’t been able to master it. Upcoming webinar may give you some tips.

Resources for Elopement

LRI? What does it all mean?

For those utilizing Virginia Waiver services, there are some changes coming (insert groans here). Find the official DMAS memo and page here – https://www.dmas.virginia.gov/for-providers/long-term-care/waivers/legally-responsible-individuals/ In summary, if you are using attendant care services (and you are either the paid spouse or parent aide) this would apply to you. During Virginia public health emergency (ending 11/10/23)…

The sunflower is in DC

https://patch.com/virginia/herndon/sunflower-hidden-disabilities-program-debuts-dcs-2-airports DULLES, VA — Travelers with disabilities will be able to access a new level of support at Washington, D.C.’s two major airports thanks to a new program introduced Thursday by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.  Founded at London Gatwick Airport in 2016, the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program allows travelers with invisible disabilities, such as autism or…

Letter of Intent..

Have you written your letter of intent? Thank you to PEATC for their informative session on turning 18 in Virginia. One of the aspects that the presenter brought up, was the letter of intent for your loved one. A fillable PDF

September ending..

Please contact us with your questions and comments!

October welcome!

The year is ending, but some things aren’t changing. Paid parent attendant (part of Virginia’s Appendix K allotment) is not ending this year, no solid acknowledgment of end date, but it isn’t until March of next year according to a Medicaid call. So for those with a child (under 18) on a Medicaid waiver, a…