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SMILE is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving mentally and developmentally disabled individuals as they face the challenges of adulthood.

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Steve looking sharp and having a great time over the weekend at the Night to Shine event. It is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation in over 500 churches and 16 countries around the world!

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Here at SMILE, we would like to congratulate Lucas Warren for winning the 2018 Gerber Spokesbaby photo contest. Lucas is the first child with Down syndrome to be selected as a Gerber baby! Congratulations Lucas! Photo Courtesy of Gerber/Courtney Warren.

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We're wrapping up our New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds with this one:

#10 - ""...involve my child in choices about [him/her].”
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Be inspired by these New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds.

#9 - "...focus more on the progress and less on the potential backslides."
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"We must do something… We must make a difference!!! Not just for our children but for the whole community of people with disabilities!" https://t.co/8sOuFtuAiU

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We're almost finishing sharing these New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds.

#8 - "...be more understanding."

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Take a look at these 11 Uplifting #Facts about Individuals Living with #DownSyndrome: https://t.co/pfJ5zQtvPA

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Continuing our New Year's Resolutions series from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds.

#7 - "[Be] confident that [you're] moving forward in the best possible, most educated way.”

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There are several housing options for adults with #SpecialNeeds. Learn more via our latest blog post: https://t.co/BXicES6Ix3

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If you have a #disability, looking for a job may be even harder than usual. Here's some insight from @TheMightySite: https://t.co/uWuYMiA3JO

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Aim high with these New Year's Resolutions from @The MightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds.

#6 - Stay positive! "...focus more on the cans than the can'ts."

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Get a glimpse at the day in the life of a caregiver of those with #specialneeds by checking out our #infographic. https://t.co/s3Rj7h5ngs

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These New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds are great goals for many.

#5 - Continue to improve your caregiving and advocacy.

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#CaregiverFatigue is real, but there are steps to alleviate the stress. Learn more: https://t.co/vO6Cxxj9gk

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We hope you're loving these New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds!

#4 - Take time out for yourself so you can recharge and give the next day!

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Feel warm & fuzzy inside during the cold, winter season by donating to help build and furnish our home for independent living! https://t.co/ArMmLOE8ZK

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These New Year's Resolutions from @The MightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds are fantastic!

#3 - "...be more patient."

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We're continuing to share some of our favorite New Year's Resolutions for parents of children with #specialneeds via @TheMightySite.

#2 - "...be more mindful of how the present will impact the future."
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#Donate to benefit those with #SpecialNeeds in our area who need an #IndependentLiving space - https://t.co/ArMmLOE8ZK

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We're sharing 10 amazing New Year's Resolutions from @TheMightySite for parents of children with #specialneeds.

#1 - Learn when you're child with special needs is ready to take an additional step towards being independent.

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