Sensory Friendly and Special Needs
Sensory Friendly Special Needs Photos!
I am a proud mother of twins, and very comfortable handling multiple babies at once. My son Jackson is on the autism spectrum. Having said that, I understand the difficulties that arise with sensory issues, over stimuli and the need to be patient.
Photographing someone with light sensitivity or over stimuli issues has its challenges. Determined to get great photos of my kids, I learned how to use natural lighting. Now, I offer “Sensory friendly – No Flash” photography sessions!
I became closely involved with local groups of parents that have children with disabilities. Operate a support group for parents of kids with autism. And became a strong advocate for child safety.
For several years I worked as a STNA (nursing assistant) for the elderly and disabled. I have been trained to handle people with disabilities. You can rest assured you or your loved ones will be in good hands.
Loudoun Cares - Award Winner 2024
Sensory Santa Event Wins: Outstanding Team Award!
In 2019 I created my 1st “Sensory Santa Event” at Discovery Elementary School in Ashburn. I talked with a Dear Friend, Bobbi Desai (above) about expanding this event. She found an amazing “Sensory” Santa and a perfect place to host the Event – The Arc of Loudoun.
Bobbi is well known throughout Loudoun County for her heavy involvement and continuous support for the special needs community. With her connections, our Event “Sold Out” every year!
We were listed in Loudoun Cares News stating we did this for 3 years, when in fact – we started in 2020 and look forward to seeing Our Kiddos visit Santa year after year!
Since 2023, I helped organize and was the sole photographer of the Morgan Cabin’s Annual Sensory Santa Event, it continues to be a major success and I look forward this Event every Christmas!
Special Thanks to Bobbi Desai, Santa Parker and Nadine for your help and dedication through the years. Matt Howard, Michael Giovannelli and the Morgan Cabin Committee for their support and involvement at the Cabin.
Melody
I Have 2 special needs kids and we’re doing family pictures. She caught the pictures at the right moment. Excellent skills with the camera. The individual pictures came out perfect... she was able to edit what was needed to be to enhance the picture:) I would recommend her times 1000.
