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Neighborhood Network of New York Receives $1 million Grant to Launch First of its Kind Community Living Services Program for Adults with Autism

February 19, 2015

Innovative prototype to be launched in Westchester with the intent of replicating throughout New York state.

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Autism: From Denial to Acceptance

In this post, autism mom Angela Conrad talks about how she came to accept the diagnosis of both of her sons. "I am here to make a difference... More...

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Your Dollars @ Work: Start Early, Start Strong

The Start Early, Start Strong program, funded by an Autism Speaks Community Grant, serves to equip parents of children waiting for therapy... More...

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This Community Came Together for a Birthday Boy with Autism

February 19, 2015

According to Glenn Beratti's mom, no one from his class attended his 6th birthday party, then something amazing happened.

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Can Oxytocin Treat Autism?

February 19, 2015

Writing in Science, researchers explain why it’s too early to prescribe oxytocin to enhance social skills; see promise ahead

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10 Tips for Taking My Son with Autism Out to Eat

A mom blogger who founded the blog "Autism with a Side of Fries" writes a list of tips on best practices for taking someone with autism out... More...

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A Letter to My Younger Self the Day My Son was Diagnosed