Category Parents
Can I Use My IEP In College?
Over 15% of students in high school have an IEP, and almost a third of them are for language-based disabilities and learning differences. For parents of students with learning differences, the transition from high school to college brings a unique…
Can I Get An IEP In College? Why Accommodations for ADHD Are Essential in College
As students transition from high school to college, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and apprehension. While college is a time for newfound independence and exploration, it also comes with its own set of challenges—especially for students with…
It Is Time To Reconsider How We Use The Term “Independence” With Neurodiverse College Students Who May Have An ASD, NLD, or NVLD Diagnosis
The Goal for neurodiverse college students is not “Independence.” There. We said it. And we meant it. But please, let us explain… For neurodiverse students with a diagnosis of NLD, NVLD, or ASD, it can be confusing to consistently have educators and family focus…
9 Amazing Stress-Reducing Time Management Apps for Neurodivergent Students
College students with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other learning disabilities can deeply struggle with time management – but here are 10 stress-reducing time management apps that can support neurodivergent students. Missing deadlines, forgetting assignments and not taking in-depth…
Organizational Skills for College Students with Neurodiversity
To develop organizational skills for college students with neurodiversity, parents and educational institutions must work together to provide the right support system. Why? Because teenagers and young adults with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning challenges can struggle more than…
Autism in College: A Parent’s Perspective
Challenges with executive functioning, social interaction, and anxiety can greatly impact students with autism in college. Prospective parents of college students with autism often wonder if their young adult can succeed in college even with their diagnosis. The answer: ABSOLUTELY! …
How to Prepare Your Child for College When They Have Learning Challenges
Preparing your child for college can be nerve-racking. This is even more true when your child has learning challenges that impact their social and emotional experiences. Whether they’re staying close to home or you want to know how to prepare…
College Success Can Not Be Faked
A supported start in an authentic college experience provides real rewards...
Because We are All Family: Guaranteeing Paid Leave for New Parents at Mansfield Hall
New families and employees will often hear “Welcome to the Mansfield Family” on their first day. We don’t mean this lightly. Everything we do at Mansfield Hall is centered around building community. And, as most know, a tight community is no…
In Defense of The Much-Maligned Helicopter Parent – And What Comes Next
The term “Helicopter Parent” was coined in the late 1960’s by Dr. Haim Ginott, who quoted a student describing his mother, who “hovers over me like a helicopter…” Although in light use through the late 1990’s, the term’s usage gained…
Feeling overwhelmed in college- but not sure why? you’re not alone.
The key isn’t just “pushing through”, it’s learning to recognize what’s happening before you hit that wall, and having systems to reset.
That might look like:
• stepping outside for a walk
• box breathing between classes
• putting on a guided meditation
• reaching out to someone you trust
Small supports = big difference over time.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students build the awareness and tools to regulate, recharge, and navigate college in a way that actually works for them.
What’s one thing that helps you reset when you’re overwhelmed?
#CollegeLife #StudentMentalHealth #ExecutiveFunction #StressManagement
Excellent week across the board!
People Ops team member Jo touched down in Madison, receiving a warm welcome with coffee and a trip to see the Capitol building. VP of Program Ops Hayley grounded herself and took in the beauty of the Statehouse. Pancakes were served, and Burlington student Nikhil took the stage to perform with his choir.
A great week to zoom out and back in- and reflect on all the things we have to be grateful for!
#collegesupport #neurodiversity #worklifebalance
College can be energizing… and draining.
If you’ve ever felt socially exhausted, you’re not alone.
Understanding your limits (and what helps you recharge) can make all the difference.
#CollegeStudents #Neurodiversity #StudentWellbeing
Hangin` in there until spring weather kicks in!
This week at Mansfield Hall our Eugene, OR students did some rock climbing, Burlington, VT connections students took an outing to the bowling alley/arcade, while others took a trip to a local sugar house to learn about all things maple syrup. Students in Madison, WI continued their endeavors to learn about all things maintenance...and they make it look fun!
Happy Friday Friends- enjoy the weekend.
Mansfield Hall had the joy of hosting some professionals at our Madison, WI location recently, which included a student panel.
One of the questions asked was: What do you like about Mansfield Hall?
The answer: how inclusive it is.
No one gets to choose the brain they have, but we do get to choose the world we create. We choose to accept, celebrate, and work toward a world that’s more inclusive of every brain and the incredible things they can do.
Happy World Autism Awareness Day. We see you, and we celebrate you for all that you are and all that you can be!
❤️MH
#autismawareness #neurodiversity #collegesupport
Sensory overload happens when your brain receives more sensory input than it can comfortably process.
Our nervous systems are constantly taking in information, but when there’s too much coming in (or it’s coming too fast) our systems can become overwhelmed.
We get it, and it can be managed with small, intentional supports like reducing input, creating predictable routines, and building in quiet recovery time.
