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Meet Nolan F.… Nolan began receiving services thanks to the relentless efforts of his mom, who understood the significance of early support in improving Nolan’s long-term outcomes. “I think it is important to point out the dates and how swiftly everything … in fun, creative ways that are going to help your child navigate through their world and into yours. How have Nolan’s siblings played a role in providing him with guidance and support through the years? Nolan’s siblings are young, but I …
Expert Q&A: Planning for the future… and Human Development at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her research focuses on policies and practices to support people with disabilities and their families across the life span. When I’m gone, what will happen to my child with … and are trained in future planning. People with disabilities are matched with trainers with disabilities, while parents and siblings are matched with parent and sibling trainers. We do some sessions together and some sessions separately so that all …
Autism Speaks taps on next generation of leaders with introduction of Emerging Leaders… Autism Speaks, Emerging Leaders will help to shape the future of the organization and strengthen its commitment to best support people with autism. The four founding members of the Emerging Leaders team will play a crucial role in steering the … the unique needs of people with autism to co-found the Profound Autism Alliance, where she currently serves as head the Sibling Action Network in addition to serving as secretary. Recently, she began her medical education at Weill Cornell …
Study: Eye contact declines early in babies who later develop autism… Emory University, appeared online in the journal Nature . Dr. Klin is also a principle investigator in Autism Speaks Baby Siblings Research Consortium. ‘Baby Sibs’ research continues to yield important findings For good reason, much of the search for autism’s earliest signs and symptoms has involved the younger siblings of children already diagnosed with ASD. Because autism tends to run in families, these “baby sibs” have a greatly … In fact, earlier eye-gaze studies done without eye-tracking technology failed to capture the pattern. The new results also support the strong role that genetic and prenatal factors play in the development of ASD, Dr. Wang adds. “Some people have …
Notes for the school nurse: Common challenges related to autism… establishing one here. Regardless of an autistic student’s level of needs though, the nurse’s office should be a safe and supportive place for an autistic student. Effective interaction will require understanding the individual. To achieve this, … may reduce anxiety. A familiar classroom aide, one-on-one paraprofessional, another familiar caregiver or even a peer or sibling may be able to ease anxiety when a student needs medical care. … Notes for the school nurse: Common challenges …
Policy Pulse Newsletter - July 2023… Spotlight Meet Cidmarie from New York Cidmarie was called to serve people with special needs from an early age. As a sibling to autistic brother and now a special education teacher, she has dedicated her life to helping people with autism … House celebrates 33rd ADA anniversary July is Disability Pride Month, a time that recognizes the progress we've made in supporting people with disabilities and spurs conversation on the work that still lies ahead. Appropriately timed during …
Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder… extending arms to be picked up. Or, they may shake their head “no” when they mean “yes.” Additionally we can develop visual supports and other forms of augmentative and alternative communication for individuals who are non-verbal or minimally … educators such as occupational or physical therapists. Therapy typically progresses from one-on-one with the therapist to support groups that promote using new skills with other children. Strategies to encourage social communication skills at … is behaving or feeling a particular way. Try extending this to real-life situations, privately discussing what a friend or sibling might be feeling and why. What’s next? Have your child try to predict what will happen next in a story. Help him …
Q&A: Parent video training for autism study… parent-baby interactions. The researchers call their program iBASIS for “Intervention in the British Autism Study of Infant Siblings.” Like the Autism Speaks Baby Siblings Research Consortium in North America, the United Kingdom’s BASIS team studies the “at risk” younger siblings of … Well, we hypothesized that we might achieve a long-term effect, but it’s always a pleasant surprise when the data actually supports your hypothesis! At the beginning of our study, the 9-month-olds who had high familial risk had overall increased …
Autism Speaks connects families and caregivers of children with autism to essential skills through Caregivers Skills Training program… Caregiver Skills Training (CST) for Families of Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities, developed with the support of Autism Speaks, addresses the lack of specialized care available in some parts of the world and teaches caregivers … participants gain insight directly from trained community members and other families to further strengthen their local support network. In delivering resources to help children with autism and their families reach their full potential, Autism Speaks continues to support the autism community, providing research, advocacy, services and supports to individuals across the autism spectrum …
How to start a Facebook fundraiser for Autism Speaks… their families. Whether that’s through advocacy, research, individualized resources or simply making connections to local supports, one thing is certain: it starts with a community committed to making an impact. Using the power of Facebook, you … easy steps! 1. Set your fundraising goal - don't be afraid to set an ambitious goal 2. Tell your story - share why you are supporting Autism Speaks 3. Choose a cover photo then click or tap "create" - upload a cover photo that ties in with your … story You're all done! Now share your fundraiser with your family and friends! Start your fundraiser today . Thank you for supporting the cause! The funds you raise help promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the …