autism News

Waste King, the environmentally-friendly specialist collections, clearance and recycling company, has found an unusual outlet for it to recycle old computers.

The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) and Bilinguals Inc./ Achieve Beyond are co-hosting an all day autism conference in New York City.

Special needs and hard-to-treat patients can now undergo routine diagnostic tests without having to rely on hospitals or surgery centers

The OC Health Practitioners' Group is for Integrative health practitioners who meet monthly to share information, network and listen to an invited guest speaker. The featured presenter this month is Michael Bianco.

Speech Button app expertly designed by a speech-language pathologist and a registered school psychologist (who are also parents!) to help children and adults with special needs who are non-verbal or who have difficulty speaking to communicate.

The Wake County Chapter of ASNC is proud to continue its partnership with Arnold Palmer-designed Brier Creek Country Club for the 5th Annual Swinging For Autism! event on April 23. Visit www.wakecountyautismsociety.org for more information

WebTeam Corporation launches the ‘Shanesh Colors’ series of mobile apps for designed for special needs education, children with learning disabilities and individuals with autism or autism spectrum disorder.

CEASE Therapy expert Sima Ash is available at the Irvine Farmer’s Market to create awareness on this simple, yet extremely effective technique.

Plan for the future and have peace of mind. Free educational seminar on setting up a trust for families with special needs children.

The Association for Adults with Autism Philippines (AAAP) launched "A Special Place", the first residential community for adults with autism in the country.

AfriVol is recruiting volunteers and Interns for a speech and hearing centre in Ghana. They are looking for volunteers and interns with an interest in speech therapy, social work, teaching and child care to join their team.

HeartShare Human Services will honor Gerard McGraw, Kenneth Daly, Anthony Marcelli, and Tony Danza on March 22.

The CBCD believes that journalists are unaware of important new research in the ongoing controversy over a possible link between Autism and certain vaccines.

Purchase event tickets or donate online to earn points and win from $2,500 worth of prizes from the Autism Fest Autism conference and Mardi Gras festival.

Annual signature event at Sparians Bowling Boutique & Bistro features showdown between corporate teams and SSfA champions

15 trekkers all bidding to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro on behalf of a children’s autism charity have enjoyed a final banquet before putting on their walking boots.

World Stem Cells, LLC and its contract clinic “Advanced Cellular Medicine Clinic” participating in ICMS (International Cellular Medical Society) Stem Cell Reimplantation Registry. They provide Stem Cell Treatments to patients in need.

Nationwide staffing company focusing on the placement and staffing of pediatric therapists chooses LessonPix.com as its provider for online teaching materials, classroom and therapy visuals and symbol libraries.

The networking event will take place on February 15, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

BetterBizWorks, LLC Launches website for CHIP of NY. CHIP provides special instruction & therapeutic services for Speech & language delays, Motor or sensory challenges, Social & emotional issues, cognitive delays, PDD and Autism Spectrum Disorder

On April 21, 2012-- Michigan-based Health Dimensions Compounding Pharmacy is joining forces with six local experts on biomedical autism treatments for a one day only event that aims to educate those affected by autism on bio-medical options.

EJ was beside herself trying to find a beneficial treatment for her young daughter G., diagnosed with autism. More specifically, G. was diagnosed with PDD/NOS, an autism spectrum disorder.

"Piano playing is healthy, healing, therapeutic and promotes relaxation & well-being and it's easy...everyone can do it!."

Come meet other parents, caretakers, adults and professionals who have utilized or are considering using Complementary Healing Modalities for their children or for themselves.

Smarty Ears is attending the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) convention on January 26 - 28, 2012 in Orlando, Florida.

With the changes in America's economy and housing market  many seniors no longer have money to provide for their long term care.

Facilities Will Allow for an Increased Enrollment Totaling More Than 200 Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Preschool, Elementary and Middle School Programs

Vision for Equality hosted Deputy Secretary Kevin Friel on Friday January 20th, 2012. Over 200 people came to share their stories to prevent cuts planned to affect the disabilities community.

SPIO celebrates raising over $1 million for non-profit Dynamic Partners. Dynamic Partners' consortium of organizations, which includes Children's Therapy Center and SKIP Early Intervention, provides therapy services to children with special needs.

Sonny's Pianos pitches a (sort of) American Piano Idol. The contest is only one way for Sonny to get the word out: Playing piano is healthy, healing, therapeutic & promotes relaxation & well-being.

With only three weeks to go a planned charity trek has failed to raise much-needed funds for the renovation of the Farm House at Norton-based charity Daisy Chain so the Chief Executive has decided to put on his walking boots.

ABAI Will Host Its Sixth Annual Autism Conference, Science-Based Social and Communication Strategies in Autism, in Philadelphia at the end of January

American luxury brand William Henry is donating a portion of its profits to the ACT Today! (Autism Care and Treatment) for Military Families national campaign, now until February 14, 2012.

DeAngelis Studio of Music in Haverhill, MA is gearing up to help local kids with their new Scholarship/Mentor programs. With the reduction of Music Programs in the schools, DeAngelis Studio rallied to help bring music to those less privileged.

Dealership Offers Unique Opportunity to Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

Integrative Health Practitioners' Group Formed in Orange County. Practitioners' will meet regularly to network, learn, share and listen to a featured speaker. The first featured speaker is well known physician Hyla Cass.

“We look forward to having Autism Consultation & Education join The Balancing Act on Lifetime. Viewers will learn about Autism In Action™ and how it helps children and adults with autism achieve important skills for success in everyday life.”

Rob Gorski runs the autism blog, "Lost and Tired." He and his wife Lizze are parents of three boys on the Autism Spectrum. Rob and his family are living in a dangerous, violent neighborhood and need to move immediately. They need $3,000 to move.

Dr. Robert Melillo, founder of Brain Balance, will speak at Brain Balance of Richmond Grand Opening events. Brain Balance offers an integrated and comprehensive non-drug, whole-child approach to treating autism spectrum and learning disorders.

On Saturday March 24, 2012, veteran rocker Dennis DeYoung (www.DennisDeYoung.com) will headline Candlelight Concert for Epilepsy Awareness, a benefit concert with all proceeds going to the Epilepsy Foundation (www.efa.org.)

The Social Express™ is a new interactive software application that helps children with ADHD, autism and Asperger’s and related disorders improve their social skills.

Celebrities from Television, Movies, Music, and Sports are asking followers to join "Naughty or Nice Teams" of Tweet2Give's Holiday Event to raise money for Act Today! for Military Families.

UT-Austin and Austin Dog Alliance hope to learn if dogs can improve the ability of children with autism to concentrate and learn life skills.

A Mom’s Wish: Finding the Path Through the Autism Maze begins with the birth of the family’s children and explains the first signs and symptoms of autism.

Dr. Mark Smith offers a series of seminars to help parents and teachers learn more about the causes of neurobehavioral disorders and Brain Balance Center’s integrated and comprehensive non-drug, whole-child approach.

Smarty Ears attended the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) convention on November 17-19, 2011 in San Diego, California.

HeartShare Human Services of New York Elected Two New Officers of its Board of Directors

Music by Mommies, creators of the wonderful CD “Songs for your Busy Day” which helps children do their daily tasks, is now available to perform at schools and events throughout New York. See www.musicbymommies.com for reviews and contact info.

Initiative to support research for causes, prevention and treatment of autism

Parents know that their home presents some real practical challenges for their autistic children. But investing in the right furniture, like the foam-filled chairs and loungers from Comfy Sacks, can make all the difference.