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An Open Thank You Letter to Teachers

Posted on June 11, 2013 by all about autism

The bell has rung, school’s out, summer fun begins (if the sun shines again in Erie). It’s the time of year when school comes to a close and a sense of change approaches. As I walk the halls of the … Continue reading →

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It’s raining in Erie, PA, but the dreary weather cannot dampen the spirit of the Barber National Institute today. At this time each year I’m moved by the strength, resilience, and perseverance of our students and staff as they reach … Continue reading →

Posted on June 6, 2013 by all about autism | Leave a comment

Fun in the Summertime!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by all about autism

As summer approaches, I look back to Ryan’s summers growing up. What was true of him at age 3 is true at 19. He LOVES the outdoors. It can be any sport – bicycling, swimming, basketball, walking/running and more swimming – … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set, Ride!

Posted on May 30, 2013 by all about autism

Summer is the season of bike rides! Riding a bike is one of the summertime joys of living in Erie.  We have more than our fair share of great paths and trails around Lake Erie and the northeast region. Riding … Continue reading →

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Anxieties

Posted on May 28, 2013 by all about autism

Do you have a child who struggles with anxiety? Many of us have anxieties. For some it is flying in an airplane. For others, it is heights (that’s me), public speaking, or doing “new” things. Many children with autism spectrum … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon! Katie Couric Talking Autism on Twitter

Posted on May 23, 2013 by all about autism

Technology has drastically changed the conversation of autism, hasn’t it?  Social media outlets such as blogs, Facebook and Twitter provide and instant connection and communication within the vast ASD community.  I must admit, I’m still learning how to keep up … Continue reading →

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DSM 5: What’s the Big Deal?

Posted on May 21, 2013 by all about autism

It’s May 2013 and my copy of the DSM 5 is arriving this week. I remember the feeling of apprehension begin to circulate in conversations regarding the proposed revision to Autistic Disorder.  Questions swirled: “How would the change impact children … Continue reading →

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Meet two of our Go-To Sources for Speech-Language Pathology

Posted on May 17, 2013 by all about autism

Communication difficulties affect the most vulnerable in our society – children and adults with disabilities.  And, without communication, we are separated from people ultimately missing life’s most vital element: the human connection. May is designated as Better Hearing and Speech … Continue reading →

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Inside the World of a Communication: The Human Connection

Posted on May 14, 2013 by all about autism

Helen Keller once noted that of all of her impairments, she was perhaps troubled most by her lack of speech and hearing.  She elaborated that while blindness separated her from things, her lack of speech and hearing separated her from … Continue reading →

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Why every woman is celebrated on Mother’s Day

Posted on May 9, 2013 by all about autism

Mother’s Day celebrates moms, but I believe that it’s a day we can celebrate the women in our lives. She may be your aunt, sister, friend, mentor, guardian or co-worker. She may be a fabulous woman that you admire or … Continue reading →

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