What does independence mean when your body doesn’t move the way you want it to—but your heart and mind are fully awake? This Independence...

For most of my life as Asaf’s mother, I believed what the experts told me: That my son’s cognitive abilities were extremely limited. That...

I recently received and read the report written by the hostel about Asaf. Reading it filled me with questions, reflections, and a deep...

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about freedom . What it means. How it feels. How different it is for every single person. For some,...

Asaf went on an overnight trip with his cycling group. To be honest, I didn’t overthink what it would actually mean physically for him....

Asaf managed to mount the horse today after weeks in which his dyspraxia prevented him from doing so As a facilitator for the Family...

There is so much beauty in this world. This morning, after an amazing swim in the natural river, I watched the sunrise. This evening, I...

Connection Beyond Words I spend a lot of time watching Asaf. It’s fascinating to see him drift in and out of what I call his autistic...

That smile says it all..... I spend a lot of time watching Asaf. It’s fascinating to see him drift in and out of what I call his autistic...

The relationship between Maya and Asaf is one of the most beautiful, profound, and transformative connections I have witnessed. It is a...

As parents we make countless decisions for our children, always hoping we’re choosing what’s best. But what happens when we later realize...

One of the many moments of happiness captured on camera this week. Bringing Asaf home was all I could think about for months. I was so...

Friendship is often defined by words—shared conversations, exchanged thoughts, and spoken expressions of care. But what does friendship...

Twenty-four years ago, I gave birth to my son, Asaf, a beautiful, mysterious child whose world I was never quite able to fully access....

Embracing the Storm - Sdot Yam A recent conversation made me realize something I’ve been struggling with: my focus on Asaf’s challenges...

Gan Hashlosha Parenting a child with special needs is a journey filled with love, devotion, and countless challenges. This past week,...

The smile that says it all. On Friday Asaf came home. After three and a half years of living in a hostel, he is now back with us, and it...

It’s 3 a.m., and I’m wide awake. I’m sure many of you know the feeling well. You wake up with a jolt, and before you have time to calm...

After Asaf’s last hospitalization, I took part in his typing session the next day. After he shared how much better he was feeling, I...

Asaf was meticulous in ensuring we understood how miserable he was in the hostel. In nearly every session, I would open the document and...