Sports can be a source of joy, competition, and camaraderie. Participating in sports offers children physical and mental benefits such as skill building, boosting confidence, fostering social interactions, and improving physical fitness. However, kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their parents face unique challenges that can be discouraging when participating in team sports. The […]

It is a life-changing moment when a parent learns their child has been diagnosed with autism. Suddenly, everything you thought you knew about your family changes. What do you do now? What’s the right thing to do as a parent? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how a person communicates and […]

Imagine your child has just been diagnosed with Autism. Maybe you don’t have to imagine this. Maybe you are one of nearly 1.5 million families in the US who have a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. When a child is diagnosed with Autism, families often report a range of feelings. Some experience fear, some […]

4 WAYS TO MAKE THE HOLIDAYS AUTISM-FRIENDLY   Festive lights and décor Twinkling lights, giant singing displays, evergreen scents permeating the house, and candy canes hanging from a tree that is suddenly sprouting from your living room. It’s natural for sensory overload to come into play. Even if a child with autism doesn’t have sensory […]