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 | School Meals for Handicapped Students - The 504 Dietary Plan
Diabetes123.com, Inc. Children with Diabetes.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 assures handicapped students access to school meal service, even if special meals are needed because of their handicap. Provided is a form to be completed by the student's doctor/dietitian for certification. |
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 | Helping Children Learn Good Feeding Skills
Idaho Department of Health & Welfare.
Help kids with developmental disabilities eat well. Discusses such issues as positioning, the importance of food texture and nutritional needs. |
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 | Overweight in Special Needs Children (DOC|140 KB)
Washington State Department of Health.
Children with special needs may be more likely than other kids to become overweight. This resource give parents and care-givers tips for helping kids eat healthy and keep active to control weight. |
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 | Gardening for Kids with Disabilities
University of Missouri Extension.
Gardening can be an excellent activity for children with disabilities. Caring for their own section of the garden can give children a great feeling of accomplishment as they watch their plants grow and change. |
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| General Information about the Ketogenic Diet for Seizure Control
Epilepsy Foundation
The ketogenic diet is sometimes recommended for children whose seizures are controlled by different seizure medications. This resource provides some basic information about the diet such as what the diet does and the need for close medical monitoring. |
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| Food Allergy - An Overview (PDF|1 MB)
DHHS. NIH. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
Detailed information about food allergies and intolerances. Discusses diagnosis, how allergens work, and treatment. |
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