News and Features

Teen with autism reminds others that "It's okay to be different"

June 12, 2015

A 17-year-old girl in Massachusetts is using her experience with autism to help others.

Autism Awareness Club, mentorship, School Age Children, teens, Transition Age

10 Fun Summer DIY Sensory Games for Kids

As the temperature rises and kids head home for the summer, parents begin looking for activities to fill the days. Here are 10 projects that... More...

Awareness, DIY, games, School Age Children, sensory integration

A letter to my fellow special needs parents

Angela Conrad, mom to two adorable boys on the spectrum, has written a letter to her fellow warrior parents. "Keep your head up! It is a... More...

Angela Conrad, Family Services, Parents, School Age, Support, Young Children

My story: a single mom with autism raising a child on the spectrum

Something has happened though, while on this search. I have discovered where we belong.

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Awareness, In Our Own Words, Inclusion, School Age Children

Study links enhanced perception in babies to later autism symptoms

June 11, 2015

Findings underscore autism-related strengths as well as sensitivities that can produce challenges

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autism and perception, autism and sensory sensitivities, autism and special talents, autism-related strengths, autism-related talents, Stephen Wiltshire, Teodora Gliga

These tips will help your child with autism when moving to a new home

June 11, 2015

Recently SelfStorage.com came out with an article on 8 Tips for Moving a Child with Autism to a New Home. We are aware this may be a... More...

Housing, Resource Library, Social Story, Transition, Visual Schedule

WHITE CASTLE® BREAKS FUNDRAISING RECORD FOR AUTISM SPEAKS

June 11, 2015

During Autism Awareness Month in April, White Castle Cravers and team members raised a record-breading $909,000 for Autism Speaks by selling... More...

White Castle

Connecticut sends ABLE bill to Governor Malloy

June 11, 2015