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Don't let autism be the only thing that defines you… post is by Ann Kagarise. Ann is a writer, self-advocate, photographer and assistant director at a school for children with autism. Recently, I spoke at an autism summit. As someone with autism, I was very grateful to have a voice. One of the things that people with autism …
Autism Speaks taps on next generation of leaders with introduction of Emerging Leaders… (Washington, D.C.) – Autism Speaks proudly announces the launch of Emerging Leaders, a group of advocates under 40 representing the current values, needs and diversity of the autism spectrum. Championing a fresh perspective within Autism Speaks, Emerging Leaders will help to shape the future of the …
Navigating an Autism Diagnosis - Town Hall (New Jersey)… Join us for a panel discussion from local experts to help navigate a diagnosis of autism. … Navigating an Autism Diagnosis - Town Hall (New Jersey) …
Can Probiotics Help Teen with Autism and Lactose Intolerance?… “Our 17-year-old son has autism and has developed diarrhea that we think is related to lactose intolerance. Would probiotics help?” This week’s “Food … Dr. Buie is the director of gastrointestinal and nutritional services at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Lurie Center for Autism, a member of the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network (ATN). Thank you for your question. Probiotics may be …
Spider-Man Far From Home Autism Friendly Showing… Come join us for the "Autism Friendly Films" program at Emagine. This sensory friendly special program makes going to the movies a more enjoyable and accessible experience for families, children, and teens on the autism and special needs spectrum. What does Autism Friendly mean? First, it means sensory friendly (lights up a bit, sound …
Blue Man Group Celebrates World Autism Month… New York — Blue Man Group is teaming up with Autism Speaks for the third consecutive year and will be hosting autism-friendly performances suitable for individuals and families affected by autism in New York, Las Vegas, Boston, …
Quest Diagnostics starts jobs program for adults with autism… workplace. One of the ways we do this is by partnering with organizations such as ADVICE, a program affiliated with Autism Speaks and NEXT for AUTISM , to help us hire individuals on the autism spectrum, and those with similar disabilities …
Autism Speaks partners with The Home Depot and Philips Lighting … NEW YORK, N.Y. – Autism Speaks is partnering with The Home Depot® and Philip s Lighting, a global leader in lighting, during World Autism Month in April to increase understanding and acceptance of children and adults with autism. Thousands of landmarks, …
Congressman Mike Gallagher hosts “Autism Across the Spectrum”… On September 23, 2017, Congressman Mike Gallagher (WI-8) hosted "Autism Across the Spectrum" in Appleton, Wisconsin. The event brought together politicians, parents, providers and autism organizations with the purpose of spreading awareness and support to the autism community. Through a resource …
Congressional Briefing on Law Enforcement Interactions with the Autism Community… On Thursday, April 26th, Autism Speaks hosted a briefing in coordination with the Congressional Coalition on Autism Research and Education to highlight challenges and opportunities to improve law enforcement interactions with the …