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With kids, it seems like we go through one rite of passage after another. Today our family says goodbye to Early Intervention Services. My 3-year-old son, Nathan, has been getting therapy through early intervention for most of his life. He is on the Autism Spectrum and has been getting about 20 … (26 comments)
My partner Susan Maxwell is the co-chair of the Autism Speaks Inaugural Treasure Coast Walk Now for Autism on the Treasure Coast. Following is their press release:
My son, Emerson, is autistic.
Every now and then I get riled up about the news about Autism and what some folks think about it. Sometimes they are persuasive enough that I wonder, is discipline what my child is missing?
My wife and I have been blessed with 5 beautiful grandchildren. Two of them we do not get to see any more, but love them more and more each passing minute. Our youngest grandchild lives only a half block from us and he just started kindergarden. What a boy he is! He … (0 comments)
I've never had the pleasure writing a blog before, but thought I'd pick a topic that is a part of my daily life and see how it goes.
About a year ago, I was in a McDonald's with my kids that had a play zone. They had cooperated getting the doctor's office so this was their treat, french fries and some play time on the slides. As we walked into the play zone there were several families leaving quickly and … (20 comments)
Parents of children with Autism are calling for WOR Radio to fire Michael Savage. On his show, Savage Nation, Savage said, "..."I'll tell you what autism is. In 99 percent of the cases, it's a brat who hasn't been told to cut the act out. That's what autism is. What do … (14 comments)
Hi everybody! It is a beautiful summer day in Florence, Oregon. At 10:00 am it is overcast and about 53 degrees outside but it is still early so there is not a breeze as of yet, but there will be. The rain has finally stopped and it looks to be a … (0 comments)
Wow! What an event! I attended yesterday with my wife, my father in law and my sister. If you don't know about the campaign, the concept is to remove toxins from our vaccines. Currently our vaccines contain mercury, aluminum, formaldehyde, antifreeze and other chemicals at levels that can damage the … (0 comments)
So you think you've got a pretty good memory?? So you think you can draw a map?? or give good directions?? Check out this guy - he's Autistic - and you won't believe what he see's !!! Please watch this, you'll be utterly AMAZED !!!!!! His name is Stephen Wiltshire.
Being a new agent, I'm trying to figure out a niche for myself. I have a daughter with PDD-NOS. I know from personal experience that having a child with special needs can be especially challenging when it comes time to buy or sell a home. My daughter, for example, does not … (2 comments)
For many people who live in the Altadena, Pasadena area, their day begins with a walk around the Rose Bowl. After all, it's only 3.2 miles - a mere 5k! This Saturday, however, your walk may be a bit interrupted by a couple of events - so be prepared! Cure Autism Run/Walk - … (0 comments)
My youngest son (we'll call him E) was diagnosed with autism on April 19, 2004. Autism is an epidemic in New Jersey. Since E's diagnosis the incidence has jumped from one child in 150 to one in 94 in the Garden State.We've opted to challenge E. No one gets a nearly-free ride … (23 comments)
Oh! Look at the little Snowbabies.....in their own back yard in the snow. Well, they are not actually snow babies, but they are in the snow -They are so snuggly and they are best friends and they live for and totally trust each other too. They are with each other every step of the … (3 comments)
The Women Council of REALTORS(R) is holding a golf tournament in June and a Texas Hold 'em tournament at the same time. I heading the poker tournament and looking for sponsors. A large portion of the proceeds will be donated to an autism charity (I forgot to write down which one, … (0 comments)
School officials have asked for 16 new teachers to help with autism and inclusion classes. It seems the number of students with autism has more than doubled in the last five years. Because autism is a neurological disorder that affects social interactions, communication and behavior, the students require intensive services. This … (0 comments)
When have you been the most successful in your life? What were you doing, thinking and feeling? I find that most of the time when we are really successful it is because we made up our minds absolutely about something that was absolutely non-negotiable. It became so clear and powerful in … (2 comments)
If you were to donate some of your ActiveRain points for charity, what are they worth to you if the ActiveRain (AR) founders agreed to contribute that amount of money to a charity? 
I received an email from a fellow real estate agent this week, Peggy Lucas, about a campaign to help with Autism Awareness, funding, and research.
The Owensboro community is blessed with many resources and pro-active programs that not only help our neighbors, but improve the quality of life in our community for our children, especially for those children with special needs. 
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Some of you may or may not know that my youngest son has Autism. I write this blog from San Jose, Costa Rica where we are having our son undergo stem cell treatment for his condition. This is very new technology and there has only been one notable case that was … (30 comments)
I promised to share with you my experiences that stem from my daughter being autistic. Autism now affects 1 out of every 150 children. It is a growing issue that we as a society must face. My daughter is fortunate that my husband & I chose to live in a school district that not … (1 comments)
Note: Dione Lamm, a client, is one of the brightest women I have ever met. In addition to having been a simultaneous translator for the United Nations, she is a wonderful mother and wife, an interior designer, a quick wit and energetic student of life. She is also incredibly organized, and … (5 comments)
iKan, Inc. is a new nonprofit agency which provides services to people with autism and other developmental disabilities in Orange County, NY. As of today, the web site is currently under construction and the management of iKan, Inc. welcomes any ideas for what should appear on the site. The address of the … (1 comments)
Today is my youngest child's birthday! He is my special angel and the love of my life. Why am I blogging this? Well it has been a hard road for him because he has special needs that has taken down a bumpy road over the years. I am blessed with such … (4 comments)
Autism speaks Five for Fighting & Autism SpeaksAutism Speaks created a music video of the Five for Fighting song, "World ,"which features images of children with autism and their families. It is atruly moving video and was the work of Bill Shea. Watch the clips posted by others, support the sponsor and … (5 comments)
Hello fellow bloggers! An agent from our office here in North Branch Minnesota has a son with Autism. They have a wonderful funraiser, that costs you nothing, just a few moments of your time.