Hope Library
Christian Science families caring for loved ones with special needs often desire to connect with professionals and services that approach their needs differently than mainstream providers. It can be difficult to know where to begin searching for such support.
As part of our Resource Network, we list information that families are open to sharing, as a result of their own experiences – trusting they will find “hope” and provide it to others in need. Let us know if you have documents, references and links to websites that might benefit others, and we’ll gladly add them to this growing section below. Contact us at: admin@rvrnetwork.org.
PRESENTATIONS
Given by RVRN’s Executive Director
- Out of the Shadows | The Blessing of Caring for Loved Ones With Special Needs (The Willows Community: Thinking Forward Series – May 26, 2022)
- Introduction to Rainbow Valley Resource Network
METAPHYSICAL INSPIRATION
Healings of autism and other seeming mental and physical disabilities
- Perfect peace: bipolar no more (Christian Science Sentinel, Jan. 7, 2013)
- I wish to share a healing that brought beauty, joy, alertness (Christian Science Sentinel, Nov. 18, 1991)
- At the birth of our second daughter, I was aware that something… (Christian Science Sentinel, Feb. 6, 1978)
- The most important decision of my life (Christian Science Sentinel, Oct. 13, 2014)
- “Whatever is governed by God, is never for an instand deprived…” (Christian Science Sentinel, Apr. 7, 1973)
- CHRISTMAS – its promise and fulfillment (Christian Science Sentinel, Dec. 19, 2005)
- Children of light (Sentinel Radio, Oct. 29, 1987)
Helping a child with special needs to progress
- Helping a child with special needs to progress (The Christian Science Journal, July 2016)
- Facing down disability (Christian Science Sentinel, Apr. 23, 2001)
- Letters to the Editor regarding above article
- Progress where progress seemed impossible (The Christian Science Journal, March 1991)
- A sound mind (Christian Science Sentinel, Nov. 1, 2013)
Prayerful answers to seeming developmental disabilities
- How God’s law can bring freedom from developmental disorders (Sentinel Audio Chat, Sept. 16, 2014)
- Looking for inspired answers to developmental disabilities like ADHD? (Sentinel Audio Chat, Aug. 17, 2010)
- Prayer for people with disabilities (Sentinel Audio Chat, Feb. 1, 2011)
Man created in God’s likeness
Sunday Schools responding to the need to support children with mental/development disabilities
- Your Questions & Answers (The Christian Science Journal, June 2007)
- How can we keep our church activities inspirational? (The Christian Science Journal, Oct. 1975; scroll down to “Her presence in the class has blessed us all”)’
- Mind Unlimited (Christian Science Sentinel, May 17, 2010)
Father Mother God is our true parent
RESOURCES FOR CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS
Residential housing options for Christian Scientists with special needs:
Organization of Residential Homes (ORH)
Twelveacres
Wellspring Gardens
L’Arche USA (includes residents of all faiths)
Sunday School Resources/Strategies:
Sunday School Resources/Strategies – Ideas and References
Financial Planning Information:
Some resources suggested by a certified financial planner
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Housing, social security, income, parenting and more:
Ability Village
Helpful ideas shared by families with developmental special needs loved ones:
Adaptive tools for cooking and personal care
State of California:
Resources for adults with developmental disabilities and their families
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Disclaimer: RVRN does not endorse any of the materials, information or organizations referenced in the Resources section. These resources are provided for general awareness only.
