Medicaid: Health Coverage for Low-Income Moms and Families

Happy low-income mother with her children who are qualified for the medicaid program

Medicaid is a health insurance program for people who don’t have a lot of money. It’s especially important for moms and families who need medical care but can’t afford big doctor bills. This guide will explain what Medicaid is, who can get it, and how it helps. What Medicaid Does for You Medicaid offers a … Read more

Finding Help with Child Care: A Simple Guide for Families

Happy afternoon at a childcare center

Do you need help paying for child care while you work or go to school? You’re not alone. Many families need a little extra help, and that’s where child care assistance programs come in. These programs can pay part of your child care costs, making it easier for you to do what you need to … Read more

WIC 101: Simple Steps to Access Nutrition Assistance

WIC mom and infant

Ever find yourself scratching your head, trying to make sense of government assistance programs? You’re not alone. WIC, short for Women, Infants, and Children, is here to lend a helping hand, but let’s face it – sometimes even the helping hand needs a little help to be understood. That’s where this guide comes in, like … Read more

What Is Dyslexia? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Dyslexia is a learning disability that primarily affects reading skills, but it can also cause language comprehension, math skills, and general learning challenges. Dyslexia in children is often diagnosed when children begin to read around kindergarten or first grade, but a young person with dyslexia may go undiagnosed into their teen or young adult years. … Read more

What Are the Most Common Child Disabilities?

Over the past 10 years, more and more children have been diagnosed with a disability. If you are a parent, teacher, healthcare worker, or simply a member of the community, you should be aware of the most common disabilities in children and how they can affect life. Having a disability doesn’t have to mean a … Read more

Understanding Developmental Disabilities

Although developmental disabilities in children are fairly widespread, they remain largely misunderstood or even invisible. This lack of understanding is further complicated by outdated stigmas associated with developmental disabilities. The reality is that developmental disabilities occur in children of all races, backgrounds, and socioeconomic groups across the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and … Read more