Posts tagged "Smith-Magenis Syndrome"
Many individuals with Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) have a variety of unique needs. Because SMS often causes mental and behavioral issues (including intellectual disabilities, aggression, self-harming, and uncontrolled emotional meltdowns) as well as physical issues (including congenital heart defects, dental abnormalities,...
Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS) is a rare developmental disorder that can cause a variety of mental, behavioral, physical, and sleep-related issues. Although SMS is only found in less than 1 in 25,000 people (about 0.004% of the population), its impact is...
Written by Aimee RobesonOne of the important questions we hear is how to obtain insurance coverage for a safety bed. The Safety Sleeper has been covered in many states through Medicaid, Medicaid HMOs, Medical Waiver and private insurance. Each state...
Meet Aimee, a mom who has considered many safety bed options for her son. As she shares, safety beds have many features that can help you identify the best option for your child based on size, medical needs and ease...
We’ve updated The Safety Sleeper, with even more strength and stability, improved safety and usability and with more room. So, what's new? With better zipper locks as well no more loose foam padding, the beds are much stronger...
Please join us in congratulating William, our August Pay-It-Forward winner and recipient of the Abram’s Nation Fidget Mat! With his diagnosis of Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS), William’s parents look for opportunities for him to learn and practice new skills. Already a fan...
We all need a place to feel like we belong, where others share the daily struggles and the fears and dreams we have for our children. Siblings of children with special needs need an opportunity to meet each other and...
Alright, moms. While we dream about spa days and breakfast in bed, let’s talk about reality. We deserve a day without cleaning up poop from places it shouldn’t be and a night without kids in our bed. We’d give almost...
