Smokey the Bear. An iconic mascot for our all of our state parks, was created in 1947. Growing up, Smokey taught us that "Only YOU can prevent forest fires." Well, to Liam "Moktey" (that's how he used to say Smokey) was a symbol that fun was ahead. Smokey stood at the entrance of our fave state park. When we would pull in, there stood Smokey, looming high above. To Liam, this meant we were there, fun would now ensue. Until the last time we went to the park...... Continue reading
Why can’t we move past the friggin vaccine debate? We have bigger issues, like simply getting through the day.
The truth is, even if vaccines were linked to #Autism, it would be one of many causes.
Vaccine injury is something different. It’s rare but very, very real and absolutely tragic.
This post is by Serena Selkin, Assistant Director, Grants and Jordan Litt , Family Services Intern.
In 2011, Autism Speaks funded a transition curriculum at ABILIS in Greenwich, CT to address four key goals: life skills, independence, friendship skills, and employment opportunities. Through our Family Services Community Grants, Autism Speaks helps families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder now, and addresses the growing population of adults wanting to contribute to their communities. For many young adults there are milestones that signify independence and growing up, such as graduation from high school, college, or even a first job. For many young adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder these next steps toward independence may not be as easy, and this is where the ABILIS L.I.F.E . program makes an enormous impact. Continue reading
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The betting world thought that Obamacare would be overturned. Read HERE about the issues that would still need to have been answered in that eventuality. Interestingly some of these problems really do still remain and have never been addressed...
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Mike Wallace, the legendary 60 Minutes journalist, said that’s a universal human desire. Kids may be the ones who ask, but everyone loves to hear a story. On Stuart’s and other parenting blogs, we love to nod our heads as we recognize our own kids in his words.
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May was Better Speech and Hearing Month through ASHA, which means a month-long spotlight on the various professionals who strive for better speech and hearing outcomes for individuals with speech and hearing difficulties across the country. It goes without saying that speech and language pathologists may have a long and steady climb to make with an individual who has speech and hearing difficulties. These individuals may not have hearing or speech at all, making it that much more challenging to meet their varying needs. At Special Learning, we have taken into account the need for a basic communication resource to meet the needs of individuals who may not otherwise have a voice to communicate themselves.
Jonah lumbers in unsteadily, using the tips of his fingers to carry a 32 sports bottle tray of water by its shrink wrap.
