Just One of the Kids

"I would highly recommend Just One of the Kids: Raising a Resilient Family When One of Your Children Has a Physical Disability as an addition to the library of any family that includes a child with a physical disability, as well as being a valuable resource to grandparents, extended family members, friends, and health care professionals who are part of this community."—Sandra E. James, Journal of Child and Family Studies

"This book is ideal for any parents or carers who are caring for children with physical disabilities."—Emma Connolly, Nursing Times

"Your life is never the same after you become the parent of a child who has a physical disability. This book skillfully shows you how to tackle this new role with enthusiasm and confidence. Real-life stories relate how other families have learned to cope and adapt to the 'new normal.' Just One of the Kids gives straightforward, concrete advice on how to provide loving encouragement for everyone in your family. You too can build a resilient family whose children grow into independent, responsible adults."—Jill M. Hill, parent of nine children, one of whom has spina bifida, and one of whom has a severe disability

"The unique perspective shared by families represented in Just One of the Kids reflects our mission to support individuals to live healthy, independent lives. The book will be a valuable resource for our parent support groups and education conferences."—Toni Shumate, executive director, Chesapeake-Potomac Spina Bifida, Inc

"This multifaceted, experience-based discussion of the challenges of raising children who have disabilities left me with a strong sense of 'We can do it.' I felt kinship with all the families I read about in this book."—Jean-Paul Richard, parent of four children, one of whom has a physical disability

"This is a book you will read, share, and read again. It focuses on the goal of all parents: to raise children who are capable, confident, and ready for adulthood. The authors' suggestions are practical, realistic, and illustrated by a variety of family stories."—Mary Beth Huber, director of program services, Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation