Teacherโs perspective: โIf you have met one child with autism, then you have only met one child with autismโ
A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.
Toys can be a great learning tool, this childrenโs center expert says
April is Autism Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to learn about resources that can help children with special needs and their families.
โWhat should more people understand about autism?โ Your responses are so important to read
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought weโd ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps youโve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
Tell us: Whatโs something you wish more people understood about autism?
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought weโd ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps youโve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
911Ready promotes autism awareness during emergencies in Brownstown and in Allen Park
Just in time for Autism Awareness Month, a Downriver organization is rolling out a revolutionary program to help children and adults with autism and other special needs.
5 activities for children with autism whoโve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic
One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a childrenโs developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.
Michigan health officials donโt track COVID among people with disabilities despite high risk of death
From the start of the COVID pandemic, people with disabilities have been left out of the conversation when it comes to fighting the virus, even though theyโre members of highly vulnerable communities.
Pontiac house fire that killed 2, injured 5 was no accident, officials say
Not only was the fire intentionally set, but investigators also said the person who started the fire deadbolted an exit door on the second story to prevent anyone from escaping.
Mother says autistic son was denied haircut at Great Clips in Brownstown Township: โMy son is autistic, but heโs humanโ
A mother said her 5-year-old son was denied a haircut at a Great Clips in Brownstown Township after he experienced a meltdown due to his autism.
How Michigan State Police troopers are learning to respond better to people with autism
A brand new program spearheaded by Michigan State Police Lt. Sara Krebbs is meant to deescalate a confrontational encounter with someone who has autism.
This 9-year-old started a business to help animals in need
When most kids are little, and they want to try their hand at owning a business, they start a lemonade stand, or maybe sell some cookies... not John Blackwell. This 9-year-old autistic boy wanted to create a business to help others, specifically our four-legged best friends.
โUnderstanding, accepting, embracing:โ How these twins with autism inspire their community
For Anthony and Sammy Taormina, there are two dates that define their lives as people with Aspergerโs syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.
New sensory kits designed to help Michigan police officers approach people with autism
April is Autism Awareness Month and one of the groups educating themselves on the subject is law enforcement.
Is autism โawarenessโ enough? Some advocate for Autism Acceptance Month
April has widely been known as Autism Awareness Month in the U.S., as a way to empower people living with autism and their families.
Clarkston woman says her autism is a โgift,โ shares artwork with the world
Friday is World Autism Awareness Day and many of the four million people with autism around the world are sharing their stories in hopes of educating others about what autism is and what it isnโt.
Detroit police officers pool money to buy new bike for boy with autism
DETROIT โ When a little boy with autism had his bicycle stolen a group of Detroit police officers knew they had to do something to help. The childโs parents couldnโt afford to replace the stolen bike, so officers from Detroitโs 6th Precinct stepped in and pooled their money. Local 4โฒs Tim Pamplin got a look at the special surprise. You can watch his full story in the video posted above.
Ford aims to boost hiring of employees with autism
In 2016, Ford partnered with the Autism Alliance of Michigan to introduce the the Ford Works Program. The program focuses on hiring individuals -- like Ford IT business analyst Nick Howard -- who are on the autism spectrum. The Ford Works Program hires people differently by using a contract-to-hire method. โItโs quite satisfying to have a position Iโm comfortable with that uses my skill set,โ Howard said. For more information on the Ford Works Program, visit the official website here.
Hereโs how Fredi the PizzaMan is helping with autism awareness
MELVINDALE, Mich. โ Fredi the PizzaMan is open for lunch every day down in Melvindale right at the corner of Allen Road and Clarence Street. He started a non-profit called Fredi the PizzaMan Foundation. Whatโs a sensory room? Dobrovic wrote a letter to Fredi the PizzaMan Foundation asking for a sensory room for her son and Tiffanyโs school and they were selected. Belloโs goal is to equip every school in Michigan with a sensory room.