The recent cold weather and the reminder that April is Autism Acceptance Month brought memories of several occasions when I, as a parent, had to educate school staff regarding what

My Voice, My Truth: Balancing Motherhood and Advocacy in the Autism Space When my daughter, AyraBella, delivered her original oratory, “My Voice, My Truth,” at a speech tournament, I was

Fun Holidays as Bridges to New Experiences Dear Ohio Autism Community, Inspiration escaped me as I considered what to write for this month’s newsletter. As I searched the internet for

January is National Hobby Month. Hobbies can improve mental and physical health, reducing stress,  create avenues of socialization and creativity, boost self-esteem and contribute to lifelong learning. For me, my

Strategies to ease the transition from summer to school for children with Autism. Includes tips on discussing feelings, using social stories, practicing deep breathing techniques, and creating a “Highlights of

As the weather heats up, many of us head to the water – the beach, the pool, the lake. Given that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death for

The transition from school to summer can be hard on children and teens with Autism. They worked hard to master the challenges and routines of the classroom, only to have

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is often said that “Autism seldom walks alone,” meaning that Autistics often face health challenges apart from those associated with their Autism. Depression,

It used to be, back in the day, Autism Awareness Month. I, as a member of the Autism Society of America Board along with Temple Grandin, was a part of

Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Beyond March
March is annually Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (DDAM), a time when we reflect on the talents, joys, and challenges of our disabilities