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Autism Speaks awards $135k in grant funding to support Latino autistic youth in Houston, TX … the transition to adulthood for Latino autistic youth. As a major funder of autism research, Autism Speaks is committed to supporting research and innovation that drives towards improved quality of life and well-being for individuals with autism … Shih. “The grant for this year’s postdoctoral fellowship aims to bridge the service gap in Houston, enhancing mental health support and easing the transition to adulthood for these youth." This year, fellowship applicants were required to focus on … adults and their families, aiming for broader outreach in the region. … Autism Speaks awards $135k in grant funding to support Latino autistic youth in Houston, TX …
Autism Speaks Celebrity Chef Gala Brings Celebrated Culinary Artists Together in Support of the Autism Community … said Keith Wargo , President & CEO of Autism Speaks. “We are excited to come together over culinary masterpieces to support autistic individuals in achieving their dreams, and to create more opportunities for them at every stage of their … and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes …
Autism Speaks and Autism Speaks Canada Support Launch of the Canadian Platform for Genomics and Precision Health… an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families. To find resources, join … Canada Autism Speaks Canada is dedicated to enhancing lives today and accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow by supporting and working with community partners; enhancing resources and services; increasing understanding, acceptance and …
Autism Speaks strongly supports new rule to reduce barriers to health care services for many autistic people… Autism Speaks joined in coalition with other key health advocacy organizations to strongly support the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) proposed rule , issued by the Department of Treasury, the … from any individual or group health insurance plan subject to MHPAEA. Evaluating network adequacy and design issues We also support the Departments’ proposed requirement to evaluate data on network adequacy and design to assess MHPEA compliance. … … Autism Speaks strongly supports new rule to reduce barriers to health care services for many autistic people …
Celebrating inclusion and diverse families… and a member of the LGBTQ+ community. She is proud to have a personal connection to the mission of Autism Speaks as a sibling to her autistic brother. At Autism Speaks, we believe that every autistic person and family is unique and diverse … community, this can look like a two-mom family of a newly diagnosed two-year-old finally being welcomed by a local autism support group, or a new college student worried about not being accepted by peers for being autistic and LGBTQ+ finding …
Autism Speaks Grantee Recipient Story: SoCal Adaptive Sports… Autism Speaks supports community programs that provide people with autism with fulfilling social and educational experiences through the … is unique; it is individual; that no two autistics are alike. Simple yet memorable moments, such as school gatherings or sibling performances, awards, and graduations, are common and cornerstone experiences for every American family. However, …
My reality of growing up with a severely impacted autistic brother… brother whom I love very much. I’ll be there to spoil him and hang out with him when I can. It’s not always easy, but being siblings, we have our own language and dynamic. The unfortunate reality is that my relationship with my brother will always … don’t think about it very often. Learn more Download our Sibling's Guide to Autism to learn more about autism and how to support an autistic sibling Read about the sibling and caregiver support program at UMass Chan Medical School and get the …
Do vaccines cause autism?… on autism and vaccines MMR vaccine and autism Autism occurrence by MMR vaccine status among U.S. children with older siblings with and without autism (JAMA, 2015) This study examined whether the MMR vaccine increases the risk of autism … Thimerosal exposure in infants and developmental disorders: A prospective cohort study in the United Kingdom does not support a causal association (Pediatrics, 2004) Researchers analyzed data from over 14,000 children in the U.K. and found …
Recreation… that you cannot change. Planning ahead and being prepared with an alternate plan is important. You may not get the support you need to fully integrate your son/daughter at the local YMCA swim team, but another plan might be to have your child and a sibling set up races that allow both kids to feel successful. Receiving support from other parents of children with autism …
The key to being a stronger caregiver… important work of professional caregivers in settings like daycares and nursing homes, family caregivers—especially those supporting autistic loved ones—face unique challenges that frequently go unnoticed. These dedicated individuals often carry … “It can be difficult for others to understand the responsibility that comes with being a caregiver to an autistic child or sibling,” says Lindsay Naeder, vice president of services and supports at Autism Speaks and caregiver to her autistic …