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THEIR TURN IN THE SPOTLIGHT

March 25, 2020

Special needs individuals experience prom at ‘Night to Shine’ at Union Avenue Baptist

By David Dawson
Baptist and Reflector
ddawson@tnbaptist.org

Emily Tanley pauses for a photo with a guest at Night to Shine at Union Avenue Baptist Church.

MEMPHIS — Arriving in horse-drawn carriages, limousines and antique cars, more than 100 individuals with special needs gathered at Union Avenue Baptist Church to participate in “Night to Shine” last month.

Dressed in flowing gowns and striking tuxedos, attendees were given the full “Senior Prom” experience on the grandest scale. Each guest was greeted by applause, adoring eyes and even some “paparazzi” snapping pictures as they strolled onto the red carpet. [Read more…]

EXPERIENCE IS THE PATH TO EXPERTISE

July 11, 2019

Parents of special needs children know there is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution to everyday challenges

By Laura Hurd
Baptist Press

Our son is five years old. He has autism spectrum disorder.

The Mayo Clinic defines autism as “a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. The disorder also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior. The term ‘spectrum’ in autism spectrum disorder refers to the wide range of symptoms and severity.” [Read more…]

FRIENDSHIPS EMERGE IN SIMPLEST WAYS

July 11, 2019

By Laura Hurd
Member, Ridgeview Baptist Church, Church Hill

Miles Hurd, left, and one of his friends, Jaxson, take a break from their activities.

I have a friend who has been a constant voice in my life, never being deterred by my unique circumstance as I care for a child with autism.

My son and I recently had the honor finally to attend a local women’s Bible study group to which she had invited us. No matter how many times I have had to cancel on her or just flat-out turn her down, she has never given up on us.

Anytime we encounter a new opportunity, I have to carefully determine if it will be a good fit for my 5-year-old son that doesn’t cause him anxiety from being stretched outside his comfort zone too far, too fast. [Read more…]

Special needs individuals experience prom at ‘Night to Shine’ at Union Avenue Baptist

Parents of special needs children know there is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution to everyday challenges

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