This article features the three-dentist House Call Dentist (HCD) team, a division of the nationally known Blende Dental Group based in San Francisco, headed by Dr. David Blende. Dr. Blende is best known for providing dental care utilizing sleep and sedation modalities, and as a leader in the field of dentistry for patients with special needs. The…

Suggestions are given for parents who are interested in tutoring their handicapped children at home. Parents are cautioned not to jeopardize their relationship with their child nor to deprive the child or siblings of social opportunities. (CL)

Two parents of Down's Syndrome children describe their experiences with at-home tutoring. They cite the need for parents to spend time on functional tasks such as daily living and social skills, rather than only academic tasks. The need for having fun with the children instead of pressuring them is emphasized. (CL)