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Kindall Nelson
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Kindall graduated from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, with a B.A. in elementary education in 2003. She enjoys both research and writing as well as advocating for those who can not advocate for themselves. Kindall is the single mom of four kiddos of varying abilities between the ages of three and 11. She strongly believes that parents are not only their children's first and best teachers, but they are also their children's best advocate when it comes to having special needs met within the classroom.


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5 Things You Can Do To Support a Special Needs Parent:

  • Listen - Sometimes they just need a grown-up ear to listen.
  • Child care - An hour or two away can really alleviate stress.
  • Research - Understanding what the parent is going through means more than you know.
  • A Hug & A Smile - This can brighten anyone's day!
  • Ask - Sometimes need are hard to admit, but if you are sincere, they may tell you.