LIFamilies.com - Long Island, NY


RSS
Articles Business Directory Blog Real Estate Community Forum Shop My Family Contests

Log In Chat Index Search Rules Lingo Create Account

Quick navigation:   

Gifts for special needs children?

Posted By Message

patti08
Happy

Member since 5/05

3893 total posts

Name:
Patti

Gifts for special needs children?

I have two cousins both with special needs. I have a hard time trying to buy them gifts so I'm looking for some suggestions. Ultimately I want to try to make these kids happy and make life a bit easier for their parents if I can.

One has Autism. He is 11, he really doesn't talk or interact much at all. He plays a few sports with special olympics. The only toys or movies I ever see him with are "toy story" things. I was thinking of getting him clothes he could wear when he plays sports but I know he has tactile sensitivities so I'm really at a loss. Any suggestions?

My Aunt and Uncle have a very tough row to hoe. Their other son is 7 and has Downs Syndrome. He loves curious George so I can figure out a gift for him but....

If anyone can suggest a gift for the entire family that may help them out please let me know.

Posted 11/9/08 11:25 PM
 

hbugal
Lesigh

Member since 2/07

15928 total posts

Name:

Re: Gifts for special needs children?

Have you asked Mom & Dad? There might be some very specific things that are no no's...and there might be some great ideas too..Im somewhat at a loss with the Autism.

As far as the Down Syndrome is concerned, without knowing his functioning level, my only suggestion would be to not go by age appropriateness of the toy...does that make sense? Again I would ask Mom & Dad..

I know myself...that I never wanted anyone else buying my DD anything "educational" for Christmas or her birthday. Those gifts were for fun...KWIM?

Posted 11/10/08 7:23 AM
 

colesmom
Brady's mom too!

Member since 5/05

1989 total posts

Name:
Lea

Re: Gifts for special needs children?

I think Music is always a wonderful gift. CD's like Laurie Berkner or Hap Palmer are great. As for a family gift, ask mom and dad first of course, but maybe a beta fish in a bowl. I think fish are really relaxing, and feeding time is an interactive family event.

Posted 11/10/08 9:08 AM
 

wp
5 years!!!!

Member since 6/05

1932 total posts

Name:
C

Re: Gifts for special needs children?

It is difficult to make suggestions for toys without knowing the child's specific level of function. However, I always recommend Lakeshore Learning Center to all my home care parents for educational toys for children with special needs.

Here is the link

Posted 11/10/08 9:26 PM
 

donegal419
St. Gerard, pray for us.

Member since 7/07

7650 total posts

Name:
K

Re: Gifts for special needs children?

I also like Lakeshore. Toys r Us also has a catalog now that links toys with specific learning/social needs.

Posted 11/11/08 8:22 PM
 

greenybeans
:)

Member since 8/06

6435 total posts

Name:

Re: Gifts for special needs children?

Maybe an Amex or Visa gift card. I find that they work out the best when you're not sure what to buy.

Posted 11/11/08 9:41 PM
 
 

Potentially Related Topics:

Topic Posted By Started Replies Forum
Children With Special Needs Board EmmaNick 11/5/08 27 Parenting
Cute Hair Salon - Specializes in Children w/ Special Needs (Miller Place) EmmaNick 9/8/08 0 Parenting
FYI for parents with special needs children groovypeg 2/5/08 1 Parenting
Since several people asked - great website and toys to get children with special needs.... lipglossjunky73 10/16/07 5 Parenting
RE: Children with special needs...thoughts... 4monkeys 4/19/06 5 Parenting
if anyone is interested, i am hosting a FREE seminar on Thursday on "Married with special needs children" groovypeg 10/13/08 1 Parenting
 
Quick navigation:   
Currently 1170464 users on the LIFamilies.com Chat
New Businesses
1 More Rep
Carleton Hall of East Islip
J&A Building Services
LaraMae Health Coaching
Sonic Wellness
Julbaby Photography LLC
Ideal Uniforms
Teresa Geraghty Photography
Camelot Dream Homes
Long Island Wedding Boutique
MB Febus- Rodan & Fields
Camp Harbor
Market America-Shop.com
ACM Basement Waterproofing
Travel Tom

      Follow LIWeddings on Facebook

      Follow LIFamilies on Twitter
Long Island Bridal Shows