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Do you have a job that's right for someone with autism? If you're hiring, the answer is yes!

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Life on the spectrum

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Spencer M. | 22 years old
It’s greatly improved his health markers. He’s lost weight and his cholesterol improved, but of course, Spencer is more proud of his muscles and likes to flex daily!
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N'Kobe T.
If I had to share any message with the autism community, it would be that I aspire to have the courage you all exhibit daily, and I am here as an advocate and as a friend until stories like my brothers are a thing of the past.
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Valerie H.
I feel that if you are a part of the autism community and you don't support the programs of the community itself, you're not helping yourself. If you want there to be programs for your child, you need to support the ones that are there already.
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Jessica R.
My goal has always been to illuminate the lives of these forgotten and isolated families, bringing their existence to society's attention.
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If you've met one person with autism, you've met one person with autism.

- Dr. Stephen Shore