Columns

August 7, 2020August 5, 2020

Riding the Waves of LGS

Columns, Into the Unknown – a Column by Jendi Solka

As a mother to a child with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), I’ve learned that our son’s quality of life changes with the tides. When our son, Brian, was diagnosed with LGS, ... Read more

July 24, 2020July 22, 2020

The ‘Kid in the Helmet’ Hasn’t Changed, Others Have

Columns, Redefining Normal – a Column by Brian Solka

My son Brian’s class photos are always great. He doesn’t normally respond to any verbal instructions, so getting him to sit still, look at the camera, and smile willingly is ... Read more

July 17, 2020July 15, 2020

An LGS Diagnosis and a Caregiver Mom’s First Ride into the Unknown

Columns, Into the Unknown – a Column by Jendi Solka

It’s July, and for a teacher like me, it’s the peak of summer training. I’m training to prepare for a new grade level I will begin teaching in the fall. ... Read more

July 10, 2020July 9, 2020

What Is Normal?

Columns, Redefining Normal – a Column by Brian Solka

On a “normal” morning, the house would be quiet, aside from the soft humming of the appliances and the clicking of meandering dog paws stepping on the tile floor. My ... Read more