May 17, 2019 | Caregivers, Stay Informed
A new research study reveals autism diagnosis can be made shortly after a child’s first birthday — months before the routine pediatrician screening. The study of more than 1,200 kids published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics showed better outcomes when...
May 10, 2019 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Get Inspired
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is honoring his powerlifting inspiration in a new short film by ESPN. Part of the “Special Olympics: 50 Game Changers,” the film shows the bond between Dwyane Johnson and his hero and lifelong friend Milton McBride...
May 9, 2019 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Get Inspired
Greta Thunberg, a teen activist with autism, has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Thanks to her climate activism, she has started a mass movement. Protesting in Sweden to Leading a Student Walk-out in 112 Countries In August 2018, Thunberg gained attention in...
May 8, 2019 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Stay Informed
Finding dental care for people with autism and other developmental disabilities is extremely difficult. The result of this challenge is startling: In one 2012 study, 32% of the 4,700 patients studied had untreated cavities and 80% suffered from serious gum infections....
May 7, 2019 | ACES$ Clients, ACES$ Illinois Consumers, ACES$ Pennsylvania Members, ACES$ Washington Participants, Advocate, Caregivers, Everyone
Take Action Tuesday posts feature ways you can help improve the lives of people with disabilities — in your community and around the world. From signing your name to a petition to emailing your local representative to share your stance on proposed legislature,...
May 6, 2019 | Caregivers, Stay Informed
One of the key ways to prevent caregiver burnout is by taking breaks. Federal lawmakers are trying to make this easier by increasing funding for respite care. The Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2019 The bipartisan bill to expand federal funding of...
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