Notable Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Many individuals on the autism spectrum have made significant contributions across various fields, including entertainment, science, sports, and advocacy. In […]
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Autism Today – Mid-March Newsletter
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!
Autism Today March Newsletter
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.
Autism Today Mid-February Newsletter
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
Autism Today February Newsletter
“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.
A Way That Works for Parents Teaching Autistic Children
“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.
Autism Acceptance Month: Embracing Acceptance and Understanding
by Rizza Faye Barcena Every April, we come together for the celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. This isn’t just a
Enter the Butterflies
Michelle recounts the challenges she faced when her son Andrew was born with a bilateral cleft lip and palate, leading to numerous surgeries and moments of despair. However, amidst the struggles, a small caterpillar named Fuzzy becomes a symbol of hope and transformation for Andrew and Michelle. Witnessing Fuzzy’s metamorphosis into a butterfly alongside her son, Michelle discovers the profound resilience and beauty that can emerge from life’s hardships, realizing that even in the darkest moments, there is the potential for growth and renewal. Through her story, Michelle shares a message of faith, hope, and perseverance, inspiring others to find strength and beauty in the face of adversity.
Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Susanna Timor shares a deeply personal account of her journey with her daughter Stephanie to Lourdes, seeking healing and miracles. Despite doctors’ diagnoses and uncertainties about her daughter’s condition, Susanna’s faith led her to this sacred place. Through a series of remarkable events, including an unexpected encounter with a stranger and the receiving of a single white rose, Susanna finds solace and believes in the power of miracles. Her story is a testament to the strength of faith and the hope that sustains us in times of difficulty.
The Love of a Sister
This heartfelt story recounts the journey of a family with boy/girl twins born in November 1998, one of whom was diagnosed with autism three years later. Despite the initial shock, the family embraced the diagnosis and sought various therapies and support. When the mother purchased t-shirts to support an autism group, her daughter, Julianne, questioned the purpose of the shirts and what a cure for autism meant. Julianne’s response, expressing her love and acceptance of her brother just the way he is, brought tears to her mother’s eyes and highlighted the profound bond between the siblings. The mother realized that both her children were special in their own ways, and she couldn’t imagine changing her son with autism because it would alter the essence of who he is and who they love.
