Teens in Ireland have varied routines when it comes to brushing their teeth. Some are consistent, while others often miss it. This is particularly true for teens with autism and intellectual disabilities. But it's not just their condition causing this. Other factors are at play. For instance, some teens might lack the necessary support. Others might not grasp the im...
In Bowie, a mother named Anjolene Smack-Whaley has seen a big change in her 24-year-old son. He is on the autism spectrum and used to have trouble controlling his anger and emotions. He would make loud noises, threaten to do things, and even run outside. This was hard for her to handle, especially since he works and has to deal with different people every day. About...
Imagine a school where kids with autism can feel safe, understood, and cared for. That's what the Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) offers. This nonprofit school has been helping kids with moderate to severe autism since 1989. They have two campuses in Santa Clara and Sunnyvale, where over 60 kids aged 6 to 22 learn and grow. What makes PACE special? It's th...
Imagine trying to understand and navigate a world that's suddenly changed overnight. That's what kids with autism and their families have been dealing with due to COVID-19. The T-Res project wants to help. They're creating an online toolkit to ease the transition back to regular routines as restrictions lift. This isn't just about now, though. The team also wants to ...