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The voice had come from behind me as I waited in line at the bank to cash a check. “They…

What’s in a name? Everything. Or so I thought before my daughter was born. Maybe the true goal is in realizing that a baby name is just a name.

Once upon a time I was Samantha. At times I am Mrs. Pierce. However, most of the time I’m Mom.…

The core of neurodiversity is the understanding that, regardless of label or perceptions, each of us is a neurological miracle possessing intrinsic value.

Founded over 25 years ago, Advocates Inc. began as a group of parents supporting one another to raise our special needs children.

April 7, 2003: If you’re a Syracuse University sports fan, it’s a date engraved in your memory. That night, the…

Graduating early from high school may sound like a daunting task, but one local student said as long as you’re willing to put in the work, it can be done.

Years ago, I bought a Christmas present for a coworker, a book I knew she would enjoy. Our friendship was…

There’s a lot to think about when considering adoption, and even more paperwork. One mom shares her experience adopting two siblings from Columbia.

A few Thanksgivings ago, shortly after dinner, my father disappeared. Our family had been resting in a satisfying, post-meal lethargy…