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Week of the Young Child

Posted on April 14, 2015 by all about autism

This week is the Week of the Young Child, an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). This week was created in 1971 in order to focus the public’s attention to the early … Continue reading →

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Fireworks and Safety – Can the Two Go Together?

Posted on July 3, 2014 by all about autism

Last year, my July 4th blog offered you tips for an autism-friendly Independence Day. This year I’m discussing safety.  As with all holidays, there are many activities, but with the 4th of July we think immediately of fireworks. However, many community … Continue reading →

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The Impact of One

Posted on June 26, 2014 by all about autism

Tomorrow marks the last day of one of our long term employees, Jeanne Baker. Thirty four years ago she began her Barber National Institute (BNI) career as a behavior specialist in our Adult Services. However, Jeanne has worn many hats … Continue reading →

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I was planning on writing my blog today on ending the r-word.  In my research I came across a short video written by a mom that explains what the word means to her.  This video is more powerful than any word … Continue reading →

Posted on March 7, 2014 by all about autism | 4 Comments

As I read that February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, my thoughts turned back to Ryan’s first visit with the dentist.  I definitely approached it with anxiety, if not trepidation.  At 3, Ryan frequently had temper tantrums. The thought … Continue reading →

Posted on February 18, 2014 by all about autism | Leave a comment

Have you been walking your way to health?  This week is Healthy Weight Week.   Unfortunately, obesity is more prevalent in people with disabilities than people without disabilities.  Obesity rates for children with disabilities are approximately 38% higher than children without disabilities.  … Continue reading →

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“Fall Back”: How to Embrace Daylight Savings Time

Posted on November 7, 2013 by all about autism

As we were driving to the gym this morning, Ryan commented about how bright it was outside. I reminded him that we turned back the clocks Saturday night, which meant we had light earlier in the morning. (Unfortunately, night would … Continue reading →

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The 1 Action You Must Take!

Posted on November 5, 2013 by all about autism

Voting is the one action essential to your future and the future of your child and all children, especially those children and adults with disabilities. Ryan and I were at the polls this morning ready to cast our vote. We … Continue reading →

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Halloween’s Sweetest Memories aren’t about Candy

Posted on October 31, 2013 by all about autism

Each year, as the month of October draws to a close, I look forward to the spooktacular fun that fills the school!  Today’s Halloween parade brings back sweet memories of the children who have walked the parade route over the … Continue reading →

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A Safe and Spooktacular Halloween

Posted on October 29, 2013 by all about autism

Halloween is all about dressing up as scary, ghoulish, funny characters, knocking on the doors of neighbors and friends, collecting treats and relishing in the fun. However, for many children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), this can be a difficult … Continue reading →

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