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When Connection Feels Out of Reach, Love Finds Its Own Language  – By Autism Today Foundation Board member, Dr. Sharon

Dear Reader,

We all know that April is Autism Acceptance Month, but if you’re like me, you know that there’s more than creating awareness and inviting acceptance.

It’s about creating opportunities where autistic people can succeed and excel in life. It’s about truly celebrating the vibrant contributions and perspectives that autistic people bring to the world.

If there’s one thing hockey does best, it’s bringing people together. Whether you’re cheering in the stands, playing on the ice, or watching from home, the love for the game runs deep. But for some fans and players, experiencing hockey in its full glory isn’t always easy—especially for those on the autism spectrum. That’s why the NHL is stepping up in a big way, ensuring that hockey is truly for everyone.

Thank you for taking a moment to read this newsletter! Time is precious, and with the recent spring forward into Daylight Savings Time, it feels like we’re stepping into longer, brighter days.

Just like the seasons change, life brings new adventures, fresh opportunities, and little joys waiting to be embraced. As we move forward, I hope you take time to enjoy the small moments, celebrate your wins—big or small—and do something that makes you smile. You deserve it!

If you’re like me, you’re excited that spring is just around the corner—longer days, fresh air, and kids spending more time outdoors as Daylight Savings Time approaches.

Raising a child with ASD comes with unique challenges, and the CALM Compass is here to help. The CALM Compass is a self-paced online program designed to support parents and caregivers with practical tools and expert guidance

“Oh Tal! Not Today” is a new picture storybook that embraces fresh perspectives. Through its pages, families and educators alike are invited to embrace the beauty of doing things their own way. It celebrates the spirit of creativity, independence and seeing the world through a different lens.

“It’s for their own good” is the well-intentioned but ill-conceived mantra of many parents. Parents often approach autistic children with an agenda—they want the child to do something differently, they want change.