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A $15 Conference That Could Change Everything for Special Needs Families with Amy Bodkin

30 min · 2. juni 2026
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Sponsored by the Homeschool Counseling Network: https://www.homeschoolcounselingnetwork.com/ In this episode, Tiffany welcomes back Amy Bodkin to discuss her upcoming Supporting High Needs Learners at Home Conference and the growing need for community, support, and practical resources for families raising children with special needs. Amy shares her personal journey, her innovative membership community, and how she is helping families access assessments, advocacy, and meaningful connections without overwhelming costs. More Details: Families raising children with special needs often struggle to find affordable support, trustworthy guidance, and a community that truly understands their journey. In this episode, Amy shares how she created resources, assessments, and a thriving membership community to help families navigate those challenges. She also gives a behind-the-scenes look at her upcoming conference designed to connect parents with experts and practical solutions. This conversation is filled with encouragement, resources, and reminders that families do not have to walk this path alone. Highlights * Details about the Supporting High Needs Learners at Home Conference * Access to 20+ speakers including therapists, doctors, and specialists * Why the conference was designed to be affordable and family-focused * Amy’s journey from school psychologist to special needs entrepreneur * How her personal experiences shaped her mission to serve families * The benefits of ongoing psychological assessments and advocacy support * Free annual testing opportunities available through her membership community * Weekly activities for children including Minecraft, Dungeons & Dragons, book clubs, and social groups * Parent support opportunities, office hours, and community connection * Why building relationships and community can be just as important as educational resources About Amy Bodkin: https://amybodkin.com/product/special-needs-membership/ [https://amybodkin.com/product/special-needs-membership/] https://www.facebook.com/AmyBodkinEds [https://www.facebook.com/AmyBodkinEds] https://www.instagram.com/amybodkineds/ [https://www.instagram.com/amybodkineds/] https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-bodkin-eds-175058169/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-bodkin-eds-175058169/] https://www.youtube.com/@amybodkineds [https://www.youtube.com/@amybodkineds] https://amybodkin.com/shnlhome-2026/ [https://amybodkin.com/shnlhome-2026/] https://amybodkin.com/product/shnl-at-home-2026-registration/ [https://amybodkin.com/product/shnl-at-home-2026-registration/]   About The Ultimate Homeschool Community: Tiffany Lynn Hernandez (@UltimateHomeschool) | Stan [https://stan.store/UltimateHomeschool]

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