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What Is Working Memory and Why Does It Matter? 
Remember the day when someone rattled off a phone number while you just hoped against hope you'd recall the string of digits as you were dialing? That was working memory toiling away. With the advent of cell phones, you may no longer use it this way very often. But working memory still plays a central role in learning and our daily lives. Read more on working memory.
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HCBS: This Matters to You!
In the memo titled, "Back-to-School Tips" sent on August 4th the link in this article was incorrect. Please see the updated link below. We apologize for this inconvenience.
Federal rules and necessary program changes for Home Community Based Services are in the works for specific programs. Regional meetings are being held for persons served, families, advocates, and providers so they can be informed and their voice heard to help decide what changes will be made. Plan to attend one of the meetings.
Meetings will be held from 10:00 am to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Click here to find a meeting in your area.
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13 (Better) Questions to Ask Your Child About School
When your child comes home on the first few days of school (or throughout the school year) there will be lots of information you want from him or her. Here are some important things to keep in mind when you're talking to your child about school.
- Start with factual questions to ease into a conversation.
- Avoid emotion-packed words (fun, happy, sad, mean).
- Ask positive questions to give your child a chance to express concerns.
Click here to read the full article.
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Ticket Please:
The Caregiving Rollercoaster
It is  a perfect day for a trip to the amusement park. The weather is warm and sunny, not a cloud in the sky. Family and friends are joining you for a day of carefree fun. You enter the park, WOW! The sights, sounds and smells overwhelm you. The laughter and screams are deafening. The planning begins: what rides to ride on, what places to eat, what shows to enjoy, so get your map ready!
You spot Kiddie Land and with a ticket in hand and a child by your side, get ready to be "just a kid". You hand your ticket to the ride operator and she tells you, "No, your ticket is not good here." You exclaim, "Well what do you mean? I want to be in Kiddie Land!" She points to where you and your child will be going.
It is the roller coaster... c lick here to read more!
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Frequently Asked Question
"Where can I find books to help my child understand his disability and help him discuss it with his peers?"
Children's Books:
Young Adult Books (that feature characters):
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(316) 945-7747 or (888) 815-6364
Wichita Parent Center
(316) 945-7747 or (888) 815-6364
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This week's
featured App:
Math Rings FREE is a mathematics game containing simple number equations. Every puzzle in this game has total of four equations to be solved.
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Serving Kansas families and their sons and daughters for more than 30 years.
Families Together, Inc. is the statewide organization that assists parents and their sons and daughters with disabilities. Our program's mission is to encourage, educate, and empower families to be effective advocates for their children.
Click here to view our archived publications!
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