"With a frank and honest observation on how disability can unravel family unity, this book inspires and equips us to live out our faith as we interact with those we love."
-Joni Eareckson Tada, founder &amp; CEO, Joni and Friends
Between the worry, the doctor’s appointments, and the thousand small challenges of everyday life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. The idea of showing abundant love to every member of your family can feel like a daunting task. Jolene Philo has been there. And in this wise, warm, practical guide, she and Dr. Gary Chapman show you how the 5 love languages can help strengthen your marriage and family life—whatever your needs. Sharing dozens of stories from parents of children with special needs children, they teach you how to:
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<li>protect your marriage amidst the stress</li>
<li>discover and speak the love language of your child—even if they’re nonverbal</li>
<li>accommodate the love languages for children with special needs and disabilities</li>
<li>show love to every member of your family when you have limited time, money, and energy</li>
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Having a special needs child shouldn’t mean sacrificing a full family life. Learn to share love abundantly no matter your circumstances.

Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities

Parenting & Relationships

CHAPMAN, GARY

Philo, Jolene

Parenting

Northfield Publishing

A guide to children’s ministry that serves families with special needs Jesus set a high standard when He said “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” The call is not limited to children who will sit quietly at His feet and listen, who color between the lines, who raise their hands and wait to be called upon, and who work at grade level. Children’s ministries are responsible to be ready to bring children with disabilities to Jesus’ feet too. Every Child Welcome is the guide for leaders and volunteers to assist in purposeful planning and skill development for a ministry inclusive of children with unique needs. Experienced children’s ministry leaders, and parents of special-needs children themselves, the authors are superbly equipped to offer a thoughtful, thorough approach to creating a positive environment for children―one where all children will be able to digest the important concepts being taught. For leaders and volunteers, Every Child Welcome will provide the knowledge and tools to • create a welcoming environment before kids arrive

Every Child Welcome: A Ministry Handbook for Including Kids with Special Needs

Religion & Spirituality

Wetherbee, Katie

Christian Books & Bibles

Kregel Publications

For years, Jolene Philo’s son was hospitalized many times as he battled a life-threatening birth defect. Far from home, without friends and family to support them, Jolene and her husband felt utterly and completely alone. Today, support networks for parents of critically or chronically ill children have improved, but most only provide for urgent physical needs. The devotional meditations in this book address the spiritual needs of these parents as the author shares her own life lessons, as well as those of other parents who have walked this road. No matter how difficult the road, Philo says, you do not have to lose hope.

A Different Dream for My Child: Meditations for Parents of Critically or Chronically Ill Children

Our Daily Bread Publishing

Parenting can be difficult and tiring, especially when you have a special needs child with medical, behavioral, or educational issues. In Different Dream Parenting, author Jolene Philo offers guidance and encouragement through biblical insights and her own personal experiences. Find spiritual wisdom, practical resources, and tools that can help you become an extraordinary advocate for your child. Discover how you can move beyond the challenges and experience the joy of being your child’s biggest and best supporter.

Different Dream Parenting: A Practical Guide to Raising a Child with Special Needs

Discovery House Publishers

The Caregiver’s Notebook offers caregivers a helpful and portable organization tool, as well as spiritual comfort for the challenging journey of helping a loved one. Complete with calendar, space to record emergency medical and insurance information, and pockets for notes, this conveniently sized book provides practical organizational help, comforting Scripture, and thoughtful devotionals from experts Shelly Beach, Wendy Wallace, and Jolene Philo. This easy-to-use resource can help reduce the caregiver’s stress and encourage dependence on God in difficult times. Makes an ideal gift.

The Caregiver's Notebook: An Organizational Tool and Support to Help You Care for Others

Is it possible that the struggles you have with your child may be because he or she suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Once ignored, even by the medical professionals treating war veterans, PTSD is gaining global recognition as a very real and serious issue for those who have experienced traumatic events, even children. 
When children experience medical illness, witness violence, or are abused, it can leave a lasting effect. According to recent studies, 50 to 60 percent of children who experience these traumas early in life may suffer from a form of PTSD, leading to issues in childhood, through adolescence, and even into adulthood. Does My Child Have PTSD? is designed for readers looking for answers about the puzzling, disturbing behaviors of children in their care. 
With years of research and personal experience, Philo provides critical information to help people understand causes, symptoms, prevention, and effective diagnosis, treatment, and care for any child struggling with PTSD.

Does My Child Have PTSD?: What to Do When Your Child Is Hurting from the Inside Out

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Mental Health

Familius

Do you worry about dementia? Harriet Walker tells the true story of the agonizing unraveling of her mother-in-law's life because of Alzheimer's. This faith story tells how the Walker family found peace in relationships too strong to be destroyed. Together they suffered the devastating loss of Grandma Annie's adult memory. Together they shared in the joy of her delightful stories about a pioneer childhood on the Kansas prairie. Together they supported Maryanne's bittersweet journey away from everyday life, into distant memory, and finally into the hands of the Heavenly Father who heals every disease.You'll laugh.You'll cry. You'll share in victory because this book brings hope amidst Alzheimer's tragic unraveling of life.Come share that victory now!

Unraveling

Walker, Harriet

Aging Parents

Independently published

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