Off the Fence
Off the Fence by Pat Linkhorn, published by iUniverse in November 2013, is a personal account that reflects on the author’s journey as a mother raising two daughters with special needs. In this 126-page collection, Linkhorn shares her experiences and insights gained over the years, highlighting the evolution of information access for parents of children with disabilities. The book aims to provide guidance and support to those navigating the complexities of special education and advocacy.
Readers will find a blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice as Linkhorn discusses the challenges she faced and the strategies she employed to advocate for her children. The narrative covers various topics related to education, family dynamics, and the importance of humor in overcoming obstacles. By recounting her journey, Linkhorn seeks to empower other parents of children with learning disabilities and special needs, offering a candid look at the realities of advocacy and the educational system.
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In 1987, when Pat Linkhorn found herself raising two daughters with special needs, she had to rely on letters to get the information she needed. These days, the process of finding information for children with disabilities is much more straightforward. In this collection of writings, Linkhorn shares a personal account of her experiences and offers advice on dealing with the various issues that she encountered through the years.
Linkhorn hopes to help parents of special needs children find the humor amid the absurdity of life. Join her as she recalls navigating the choppy waters of serving as an advocate for her children and others with special needs. She offers advice on making decisions that benefit special needs children; dealing effectively with agencies, committees, and people; and telling your story in a way that generates attention.
As the mother of one autistic daughter and another who was born prematurely and is blind, Linkhorn has dealt with and worked for numerous social and educational agencies devoted to helping special needs individuals for more than twenty years. No longer constrained by agency rules and guidelines, she is off the fence and she tells her tale of survival and victory and explains how the system really works.
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