For a long time, families have pushed to make sure their loved ones with disabilities can be part of regular life. For instance, going to school, working, and just living in the community like anyone…
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For a lot of autistic individuals, the holidays, like the Fourth of July, can bring real stress instead of joy. The sudden loud bangs, bright flashes, and strong smells often trigger intense sensory overload, anxiety, or…
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Steven Cohen is 38, lives in Las Vegas, and has autism. Like many others, he depends on Medicaid and Medicare to stay healthy. Right now, he’s worried. Really worried that upcoming changes could strip away the…
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Father’s Day is that special time when we pause to celebrate the love, patience, and quiet strength fathers show their families every single day. For Martin Nievera, the man they call the Concert King, this…
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Children and adults on the Autism Spectrum who reside in Guernsey now have access to an updated hospital passport. This updated passport document helps hospital staff quickly understand a patient’s individual needs during visits to the…
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Blue Man Group will hold its annual sensory-friendly performance this month in partnership with the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation. The special show takes place on Sunday, June 14, at 2 p.m. at the Luxor Hotel…
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is trying to get wider access to Americans’ medical records. He wants to look for possible connections between vaccines and autism. Something the medical community has examined for many years…
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Parenting is full of those tender, everyday moments, watching your child play, react to sounds and people, and find joy in their own special routines. When you notice differences in how they connect, communicate, or…
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Good news for our community: the travel industry in America is slowly becoming more welcoming to autistic people and their families. More destinations and attractions are working to reduce sensory overload, loud noises, bright lights,…
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Another piece of great news for families in Southern Nevada. Brooklyn's Best Pizza and Pasta is teaming up with Boys Town Nevada to support children's mental health. On May 7, 2026, twenty percent of all sales…
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