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Trick or Treat for Autism… trick or treat, bounce house, face painting, music, food, drinks, raffle. All proceeds will benefit Jack’s Place for Autism Foundation and Holiday Camp. Those who would like to help pass out treats can reserve a table for a $15 donation. For information, call Kristin at 734-819-2926. … Trick or Treat for Autism …
A Friend's Guide to Autism… A guide for friends of families affected by autism The guide will provide you with an overview of autism, information about feelings your friend might be experiencing, tips to help you support both the child and family, …
A Grandparent's Guide to Autism… If you are a grandparent of a child recently diagnosed with autism, you have come to the right place. This guide will help provide grandparents of autistic children with a better understanding of autism and arm you with tips, tools and real life stories to guide you as you support your family immediately after the …
A Sibling's Guide to Autism… You are probably reading this guide because your brother or sister has been diagnosed with autism. You have come to the right place! You are likely experiencing lots of different feelings right now – you might be … your life is now going to be a little different. This guide is for siblings like you to understand a little bit more about autism and learn what you can do to help your brother or sister and take care of yourself. You will also read some great …
Changing the Spectrum: Autism in the Workplace… This is a post by Leslie Long and Dave Kearon, vice president and director of adult services at Autism Speaks. The post originally appeared on DirectEmployers.org . Autism Speaks and Rangam Consultants recently signed an agreement with DirectEmployers that will add almost 2 million job …
A Parent's Guide to Autism… If your child has recently been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, you have come to the right place. A Parent’s Guide to Autism was developed as part of Autism Speaks’ series of Family Support Tool Kits to support you and promote a positive …
Autism Speaks hosts the Thought Leadership Summit on Autism and Aging… In June, Autism Speaks hosted a virtual Summit bringing together families, self-advocates, researchers and policymakers to discuss … this community. Watch some of the key sessions from Day 1 and Day 2 of the Summit below, or view the full playlist on the Autism Speaks Youtube channel . Day 1 Living with Autism as an Adult: Personal Narratives from Self-Advocates Moderator: …
A family shares their experience navigating dating and relationships on the spectrum … before I speak, and I just try to be myself. What would you like non-autistic people to know about dating someone with autism? We might be quirky and act a little awkward, but we want the same things everyone else does!! What advice would you give to other people with autism who are looking for love? Turn your Asperger’s/autism into a superpower because that’s just what makes you unique. … A family shares their experience navigating dating …
Lovesac partners with Autism Speaks… Lovesac, the Connecticut-based, fast growing home furnishing brand, is partnering with Autism Speaks to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism, while adding a little extra comfort to their homes. Lovesac’s limited edition “Share the Comfort Sac” will be sold …
Policy Pulse Newsletter - October 2023… Become an advocate today. October 17, 2023 | Interviews with US Reps. Henry Cuellar & Jenniffer González-Colón The Autism Speaks monthly advocacy newsletter shares the latest news, updates and opportunities within our federal and state … This special edition recognizes our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month during the last month through interviews with Autism Caucus Co-Chair, Congressman Henry Cuellar and Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon. Read on to …