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Spotlight on Autism Summary:The mother of an autistic son reacts to John McCain's recent pledge to help families like hers. Was it just rhetoric? What did you think of Senator McCain's debate comments? Kristina Chew: Very puzzling. It seemed that he was conflating autism an..	Link		10/22/2008 by: shannonj
Autism Society Slams Denis Leary Book Summary: FOX25's April O'Dell reports The Autism Society of America has taken issue with actor Denis Leary's latest book. In one chapter the comic writes, "Your kid is NOT autistic. He's just stupid. Or lazy. Or both." FOX25's April O'Dell has the story...	Link		10/21/2008 by: shannonj
Nationwide Autism Protest Against Dennis Leary By NYC Group Summary:Evelyn Ain President of Autism United , a National Advocacy Group Representing Over 5,000 Parents With Children Effected With Autism is Calling for a Rally and Protest Against Dennis Leary. When He Appears At Comics Come Home 14, in Boston At The Agg..	Link		10/19/2008 by: shannonj
Family Voices Summary:Family Voices aims to achieve family-centered care for all children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities. Through our national network, we provide families tools to make informed decisions, advocate for improved public and ..	Link		09/27/2008 by: shannonj
Hurricane Victims Need Your Help Summary: AutismCares, a consortium of leading autism organizations, has received an overwhelming response from individuals and families affected by autism who have been devastated by recent Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. AutismCares needs your help to respond im..	Link		09/24/2008 by: shannonj
ARI Releases New Autism Discrimination Site Summary:New site promotes awareness, education and sensitivity The Autism Research Institute is pleased to announce the release of its new web site autismdiscrimination.com. The site highlights the work of the Autism Human Rights and Discrimination Init..	Link		09/17/2008 by: shannonj
A "Stranger" Among Us: Hiring In-Home Support for a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorders or Other Neurological Differences Summary: Hiring one-to-one providers to support your child is not work for the faint of heart, but finding the right person is worth every bit of effort involved. And A "Stranger" Among Us shows you how. Based on years of personal experience, research, and i..	Link		09/07/2008 by: shannonj
Ground-Breaking Autism Program To Have Major Impact On Care and Treatment Summary: Ground-Breaking Autism Program To Have Major Impact On Care and Treatment Individuals Affected By Autism Spectrum Disorders To Benefit Greatly From Innovative Program Austin, TX - US Autism & Asperger Association (USAAA) is set to hold its thi..	Link		09/01/2008 by: shannonj
Obama on Disabilities Summary:Barack Obama's Plan Obamas comprehensive agenda to empower individuals with disabilities fits in with the campaign's overarching message of equalizing opportunities for all Americans. In addition to reclaiming America's global leadership on thi..	Link		09/01/2008 by: shannonj
John McCain on Autism Summary: John McCain is very concerned about the rising incidence of autism among America's children and has continually supported research into its causes and treatment. He has heard countless stories about families' hardships obtaining a diagnosis for the..	Link		09/01/2008 by: shannonj
Autism: Where's the Support? Summary:ad_icon My grown son has autism. And while I wouldn't trade him -- the person to whom I gave birth -- for any other, I wish that his disability were as recognizable as Down syndrome and that we, his parents, were more effective at helping him achi..	Link		07/21/2008 by: shannonj
Experts, Advocates Tackle Challenges of Autism, Architecture Summary:"Architecture and education may not seem to have anything in common," PHRC Chairman Stephen A. Glassman said, "but both can be incredibly difficult to navigate for people with physical or developmental disabilities. Today's aim was to bring the colle..	Link		07/13/2008 by: shannonj
A Pocket Manual for Advocates Summary:A pocket manual for advocates and lay people. Download the document:..	File		06/11/2008 by: shannonj
Vaccine Injured March on Capitol Hill Summary: They came by the thousands from all over the America. On June 4, 2008, mothers and fathers with vaccine injured autistic children marched down the middle of Independence Avenue and rallied at the foot of the nation's Capitol. Some parents walked wit..	Content		06/07/2008 by: Zurama
Generation Rescue to Target Treatment-Based Research for Autism and ADHD - Jenny McCarthy, Deirdre Imus, and Katie Wright Join Board Summary:Generation Rescue, a non-profit organization focused on prevention and recovery from Autism, ADHD and chronic illness, today announced the expansion of the organization through three major steps: 1. Jenny McCarthy, Deirdre Imus and Katie Wright ha..	Content		05/23/2008 by: shannonj
What you can do to support individuals in your community with autism Summary:1. Learn the Signs. Although every child develops differently, there are several behavioral "red flags" indicating that a child may have autism. If a child you love is failing to meet the common developmental milestones listed at the Centers for Dise..	Link		05/06/2008 by: shannonj
Autism home meets need Summary:After struggling to find suitable facilities for her autistic daughter, Shawna Egan began the Children’s Center for Autism in Cary. The group home, the first of its kind in McHenry County, opened in 2003. Egan’s story is inspirational for many rea..	Link		04/26/2008 by: shannonj
Mom wins fight for autism insurance Summary: She and her husband are both lawyers; after Ryan's autism was diagnosed five years ago they sold their house, downsized and sacrificed to cover costs. "It's not like you read your insurance policy and you can see a specific exclusion," Lorri Unum..	Link		04/03/2008 by: shannonj
Soldier Fights for Autism Care Summary:In addition to his job with the Army, Campbell devotes much of his free time to education for military families with autistic children. Until recently, he was executive director of Parents of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia. He now serves as s..	Link		03/30/2008 by: shannonj
A Mother's Autism Campaign Summary:Lin Wessels' campaign to find a cause for autism began when her son, Sam, was diagnosed three and half years ago, but it intersected with Senator John McCain's campaign for president on October 26th. "Would you commit to meeting with a special tas..	Link		12/18/2007 by: shannonj
When Is An Epidemic an Epidemic? By John Gilmore Summary:Thought provoking questions and answers about what is really going on and what and who we all need to be watching.....	Content		12/13/2007 by: Angela
U.S. appoints autism advocates to new federal panel Summary:Advocates who believe vaccines may cause autism will join mental health professionals and neurologists on a new federal panel to coordinate autism research and education, the U.S. Health and Human Services Department said on Tuesday. Parents of ch..	Link		11/30/2007 by: shannonj
Autism Collaboration presents The A+ Research Initiative Summary:Statement of Problem * Parents are feeling disenfranchised with regard to the glacial pace of autism research * Their efforts raise millions of dollars annually for research, but parents have little or no say as to where and how the money..	Link		11/26/2007 by: shannonj
Progressive Advocacy Coaching Association Summary:Welcome to Progressive Advocacy Coaching Association. We have designed an unprecedented progressive and holistic approach to special education and special needs advocacy. At P.A.C.A. we believe that the parents/guardians are the best possible advoca..	Link		11/19/2007 by: shannonj
The San Diego County Chapter of the Autism Society of America Seeks & Provides Support for Fire Victims with Autism Summary:The San Diego County Chapter of the Autism Society of America Seeks & Provides Support for Fire Victims with Autism The following message comes from the The San Diego County Chapter of the Autism Society of America: First and foremost, we h..	Link		10/26/2007 by: shannonj
Special Education Case May Have Impact on Children with Autism - What's Your Opinion? Summary:Special Education Case May Have Impact on Children with Autism - What's Your Opinion? By Lisa Jo Rudy About.com: Autism If you've been following the case of Board of Education v. Tom F., you'll know that it involves the family of a learning-disa..	Link		10/16/2007 by: shannonj
A life dedicated to being an autism advocate Summary:A life dedicated to being an autism advocate LAKE CHARLES, La. -- Having a child diagnosed with autism spurred former Dr. Ruth Christ Sullivan, a former Lake Charles resident, to four decades of service in helping to make sure people with the diso..	Link		10/16/2007 by: shannonj
THE A+ RECOVERY SEARCH ENGINE Summary:ANNOUNCING THE A+ RECOVERY SEARCH ENGINE If the question is autism the answer is the A+ Recovery Search Engine The critical path to help, treatment, and recovery involves finding fact-based answers to your questions. To meet your needs the Autism..	Link		10/09/2007 by: shannonj
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Summary:Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates A national voice for special education rights and advocacy Search our Attorney/Advocates database to find COPAA members in and around your state. While many attorneys and advocates practice in multiple st..	Link		10/02/2007 by: shannonj

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