June 11, 2020 - Talbert Zoo

4 Road Trip Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs

June 11, 2020June 11, 2020 Emily Joswiak

Parents of children with special needs, particularly autism, know their child’s happy place is at home. Home is dependable and full of their usual food and activities, and it forms a barrier from the unpredictable outside world. It’s good that they’re comfortable somewhere, but they can rely on home too much and dread going out—and the prospect of not just going out, but spending days away from home can be terrifying for them. This makes road trips a challenge for parents and their kids with special needs. If you’re planning…

Tips for Grocery Shopping During the Coronavirus Pandemic

June 11, 2020June 11, 2020 Emily Joswiak

As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, even the most mundane household chores have been turned upside down. Grocery shopping, which was once a rather leisurely weekly activity, has now become an infrequent outing that must be planned with extreme amounts of tact. Grocery stores are among the few businesses that have remained open during the pandemic, though their operations have changed greatly as a result. Safety precautions must be closely monitored during bi-weekly grocery runs to reduce the risk of contamination among shoppers. This guide explores several personal safety…