Introducing Nathan Ebanks

My son Nathan is the last of my four children. He was born on May 4, 2004 in Kingston, Jamaica. If I were to think of one word or phrase to describe him, it would be ‘impish’ [...]

A close-up studio portrait of the young man in a wheelchair, wearing a patterned sweater. He is smiling warmly against a professional blue backdrop.

Take a Lesson from Nathan: Making meaningful connections in everyday life

When we think of role models, we often picture people who’ve achieved great things and are good at making wealth [...]

Five considerations when planning a trip with your special needs child

As a mother of four children, including my son Nathan, who has cerebral palsy, I have experienced firsthand how daunting it can be to travel with a child with special needs [...]

A happy family of six poses together, all wearing red outfits. The young man in the wheelchair is at the center, smiling, as family members hold his hands and lean in affectionately.

Lost and found: protecting your special needs child during travel

Picture yourself on a family vacation, surrounded by the bustling crowds of an amusement park or airport. In a split second, you lose sight of your child with special needs, and panic takes hold [...]

Navigating the Inaccessible: Traveling with a Young Adult with Cerebral Palsy

Many of us would attest that going on a journey, whether a leap into the unknown or a familiar path, marks a significant milestone in life [...]