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  1. Leo’s Story: A Therapy Dog

    Imagine a single physical therapy prescription that treated malaise, depression, melancholy…
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  2. JSSA’s Marta Bohorquez on Univision

     Silvana Quiroz and Néstor Bravo interview Employment Development Specialist Marta…
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  3. JSSA Announces Music and Memory Program

    JSSA Hospice is delighted to announce that it has recently been certified as a Music and…
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    JSSA uses iPods for its Music and Memory program
  4. Cyberbullying and Your Child – What You Need to Know

    Author: Heidi Cohen, LCSW-C, Child and Family Services Technology today is often our…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green
  5. Ayuda Necesidades Especiales (En Español)

    Marta Bohorquez speaks about her work as a specialized employment development specialist.…
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  6. Angelica Ponce (En Español)

    Angelica Ponce, a JSSA specialized employment client, speaks about finding a job. English…
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  7. Three Ways Technology Can Benefit Children With Special Needs

    Author: JSSA Child and Family Services For some children and teens with special needs, there…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green
  8. When Planning for Retirement, Consider Transportation

    By Harriett Edleson For Roland Dion, 81, who lives on the eastern edge of San Diego, being…
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  9. Transitioning to College

    As parents start thinking about “next steps” regarding transitioning their special needs…
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    “Staff Tips and Strategies” and a drawing of a family in green
  10. Building A Strong, Satisfying Marriage

    Many couples approach their wedding day with their thoughts and energy focused on choosing a…
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