Tech Tools to try in 2024
Many people associate the beginning of a new year with a time of renewal, starting fresh, and setting new goals or resolutions. We at BridgingApps like to take time to...
Education
Empowering Students: The Growing Landscape of Inclusive Higher Education
The potential is real for students with intellectual disabilities to go to college and pursue true employment. We are excited to highlight postsecondary education options that are available to them...
Solutions to Make Moving Easier with Your Special Needs Child
Moving to a New Home Individuals with special needs (and let’s be honest, most of us) can display difficulty with transitions and may have a tough time adjusting to change....
Preparing Special Needs Kids for Driving with Confidence
 Watch Now In this video, Dr. Niambi Powell, a diversity, equity, and inclusion manager at Ford Motor Company, shares valuable advice for parents of special needs children. Learn how...
5 Essential Interview Etiquette Tips to Share with Your Loved Ones
 Professional Etiquette teacher Lisa Richey, founder of the American Academy of Etiquette, shares quick and effective tips to improve your interviewing skills. Learn about eye contact, handshakes, clear communication,...
What is Think College? Do You Know?
Think College Discover how Think College is revolutionizing higher education by creating inclusive pathways for students with intellectual disabilities. Learn about their nationwide efforts to prepare students for college during...
What Now? Making the Transition to the Empty Nest
For most young adults in their 20’s there comes a time when an adult child lets you know, it’s time to move out and establish a life away from their...
Progress Monitoring: What You Need to Know to Help Your Child Succeed
Parents and schools have tools to help students learn and succeed. Progress monitoring is one of those tools. Even if a child has a disability, they can still learn and...
Is Your Child’s Reading a Blur? Find out How Irlen Syndrome Can Bring Clarity!
WATCH NOW Melanie J. Trewyn, an educational consultant, answers this question for us and discusses Irlen Syndrome, a reading strategy that helps individuals with difficulty reading black letters on white...
Why Volunteerism Matters for Individuals with Special Needs!
WATCH NOW Discover the positive impact of volunteer work for individuals with special needs in this transformative video. Jeff Hancock from Employee U shares insights on how volunteerism brings purpose,...