Project Chance serving Kids with Autism
Project Chance has a mission to train service dogs with a specific skill set needed to aid each child diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities. With an integrative approach of combining academics, clinical therapies and parental support, our dogs help children to be able to achieve maximum potential and independence in executing therapeutic, social, and physical tasks at a higher rate of success throughout their life.
Autism Parenting and Entrepreneurship
Nadia Lawson is an Autism parent speaking on behalf of the Autism Community to bring enlightenment and understanding. Her goal is to educate those who may not have the knowledge to fully understand what Autism is. As a special needs life coach, she is extending herself to those who may be able to relate and have the willingness to embrace and advocate for each unique individual, while striving to build a productive lifestyle and business. Her business is a true legacy she plans to leave to her sons. www.coachnadialawton.com/ UniqueIsMeCoachingServices
13th Annual Flounder Pounder Fishing Tournament
The annual “Flounder Pounder” charity fishing tournament is coming up on its 13th Annual tournament! “Flounder Pounder” began in 2010, spearheaded by parents Chip and Teresa Davis. When their son Tyler was diagnosed with autism, they wanted to create an event that gave back to the cause.
‘What should more people understand about autism?’ Your responses are so important to read
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
Tell us: What’s something you wish more people understood about autism?
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic
One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.
First responders getting trained on how to deal with missing children with autism
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has developed training for 911 tele-communicators to help find children with autism who are reported missing, something that can go a long way for families who have children with autism, because every second counts when trying to find a child with autism that’s reported missing.
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How to talk to children with autism about COVID-19
One in 54 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with autism, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So, how should parents of children with special needs talk to their kids about the coronavirus and staying safe? Rocha said parents of children with disabilities need to be honest when it comes to the coronavirus. Giving kids with special needs a visual can help explain concepts like social distancing. Maybe draw a square that is six feet big and tell them this is your space, your personal space, Rocha said.