FYI: We started as a North Caroina specific group and are still predominantly NC residents which means that we have some communication that is specific to NC or areas within NC. Since we are a large group, I encourage smaller groups of members to meet for parent meetings, field trips, etc. These small group communications are also encouraged on the larger GIFTSNC group. This allows for a continued small group feel allowing us to continue sharing and encouraging each other through this life journey!
GIFTSNC-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GIFTSNC/
Sue Patrick: Specialized and Structured TeachingSM Workbox SystemSM http://www.workboxsystem.com/
Sarah DeNome: Therapeutic Alliances http://therapeuticalliances.com/
Paula Scicluna: Music Therapy http://rhythmandrehab.org/
Alisha Davis: Gray Family Chiropractic, PLLC http://www.grayfamilychiropractic.com/
S. Michelle Whichard: Cogmed Working Memory Training http://www.cogmed.com/
Patsy Collins: School Psychology NC State University www.ncsu.edu/psychology/theclinic
Leslie Rosenberg: Student Learning Recovery studentlearningrecovery.com
Lynne Deese: North Carolina Assistive Technology Program http://www.ncatp.org/
Kathy Kuhl: http://www.LearnDifferently.com/
Susan Whitehead: http://www.squidoo.com/sislist http://www.squidoo.com/adoptionandfostercare http://www.squidoo.com/therealworld
Helping Hands, Together We Can (North Carolina)
Helping Hands, Together We Can seeks to enhance the lives of all parents/caregivers home schooling special needs children through a program designed to provide support for the spirit, mind and body of both the parent/caregiver and the special needs child(ren). To ensure your interest and want of participation in meetings, please feel free to attend two meetings before deciding whether they'd like to join the group. Membership is open to any family in the FAYETTEVILLE, NC, and local surrounding areas; though everyone should understand that this is a Christian organization and Christian practices are observed. We do not discriminate against race, religion, or disability. We welcome diversity. All members will kindly adhere to bylaws and treat each other with the respect they would appreciate being treated with themselves. The bylaws can be found in the files section. Members will be active in support group meetings and activities as often as possible. There is also a calendar full of information of local events that may be relevant to your needs not specifically HHTWC sponsored. ...See what we're about! Please email any questions and concerns to: HHTWC@hotmail.com. **FINANCIAL HARDSHIPS concerning dues will be handled on a case by case basis. Don't let this stop you from being part of our group. We can and will help.Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HelpingHandsTogetherWeCan/
GIFTS @t Play (North Carolina)
GIFTS @t PLAY is a special place for children and their parents who homeschool one or more children with physical, developmental, medical, communication or learning challenges to come together and is a SUB-group of GIFTSNC.
The GIFTS @t PLAY - Piedmont Triad Area is a voluntary support group for homeschooling families with special needs children and their siblings. GIFTS @t PLAY is here to provide a support network for homeschoolers of special needs children. The bond that holds members of GIFTS @t PLAY together is their collective dedication to homeschooling as an educational alternative. GIFTS @t PLAY’s primary mission is to support members as they seek to live out this commitment on a daily basis. Assisting new homeschoolers is one of our top priorities. The first year of homeschooling provides unique challenges for families. GIFTS @t PLAY will help to provide support and information to first-year homeschoolers as they face these challenges. GIFTS @t PLAY is also part of a support system for the established homeschoolers. We strive to provide cooperative learning activities and socialization opportunities for both children and parents. Members are expected to be active in support group meetings and activities as often as possible. We focus a great deal on field trips and group activities that provide both education and fun. We also make sure our members are aware of educational and legislative information relative to homeschooling special needs children. Much of this information is given through our group’s private message forum on the GIFTSNC site. Membership is open to any person regardless of age, race, religious ideology, or gender, though everyone should understand that this is a Christian organization and Christian practices are observed.
Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GIFTSatPLAY/
GIFTSIA (Iowa)
GIFTSIA is a special place for parents who homeschool, private school, or public school one or more children with physical, developmental, medical, communication or learning challenges. GIFTSIA is the place to discuss and exchange ideas regarding: curriculum choices if you homeschool and modifications, medical and therapy issues, providing social opportunities and so much more. GIFTSIA is a place where we can support each other as we work to meet the daily challenges of rearing, guiding, teaching ourselves or working with teachers and/or therapists, for all of our children. A brief, family bio is required and will be requested on all pending memberships. This bio will also be used as an introduction to the group.Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GIFTSIA/
RichmondGIFTSNC (Virginia)
RichmondGIFTSNC is a local support group for parents who are homeschooling their child(ren) with physical, emotional, developmental, medical, communication or learning challenges. This support group will meet monthly to offer support, share ideas, and just be there to listen to one another. We also plan on having playdates and other times for our special kids to get together with others.
We are families living in the Richmond, VA area and surrounding counties: Chesterfield, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Midlothian, Henrico, Hanover, Goochland, Louisa, Amelia, Mechanicsville, Williamsburg.
A brief family bio is required and will be requested on all pending memberships. This bio will also be used as an introduction to the group.
Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RichmondGIFTSNC/
GiftsNVA (Northern Virginia)
If you are interested in joining the GiftsNVA which meets in the Northern Virginia area, please contact GiftsNVA-owner@yahoogroups.com for more information.
Carolina Homeschooler (South Carolina)
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Time4Learning is a multimedia-based homeschool curricula website: http://www.Time4Learning.com/
"Beginning Homeschooling in North Carolina" is an article by Kerry Jones and can be accessed at: http://www.time4learning.com/homeschool/NorthCarolina.shtml
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