It is a life-changing moment when a parent learns their child has been diagnosed with autism. Suddenly, everything you thought you knew about your family changes. What do you do now? What’s the right thing to do as a parent? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how a person communicates and […]

For many of us, Independence Day is a holiday that we look forward to. We take a long weekend filled with parties, cookouts, and of course, fireworks! The smell of the grill, the sight of large crowds gathered together, and the thrilling lights and sounds of the spectacular finish of the fireworks show are just some […]

Imagine your child has just been diagnosed with Autism. Maybe you don’t have to imagine this. Maybe you are one of nearly 1.5 million families in the US who have a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. When a child is diagnosed with Autism, families often report a range of feelings. Some experience fear, some […]

4 WAYS TO MAKE THE HOLIDAYS AUTISM-FRIENDLY   Festive lights and décor Twinkling lights, giant singing displays, evergreen scents permeating the house, and candy canes hanging from a tree that is suddenly sprouting from your living room. It’s natural for sensory overload to come into play. Even if a child with autism doesn’t have sensory […]