The Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) knows it can be challenging to find a community where individuals with autism and their families and caregivers can gather, feel accepted, and find belonging. Thatās why ASNC has established Support Groups in 80 counties across North Carolina. These groups provide opportunities for members of our autism community…
Public Policy Update | July 19
Autism Society of North Carolina Public Policy updates: NCGA Short Session Wraps Up Tailored Plans Begin NCGA Wraps Up Regular Short Session NC Legislature wrapped up its up regular short session at the end of June and passed a resolution to reconvene monthly until December 13, 2024, to address any remaining legislative issues including…
Parenting: Becoming Teammates Instead of Opponents
My husband and I have been married for 23 years. We have seven boys ages 20 down to three, one of whom has autism. Parenting an autistic child can be challenging and can strain other relationships in your life, particularly your marriage or romantic partnership. Ā Our marriage has weathered many stormsāparenting two children with…
Public Policy Update | June 25
NC House passes a budget adjustments bill; Senate releaseās āmini budgetā bill; Budget negotiations stalled In short session years, North Carolina legislators usually adjust the two-year budget passed during the previous year’s long legislative session. The North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) Appropriations chairs in the House and Senate began negotiating these second-year adjustments this spring,…
Fatherhood and Autism: Words of Wisdom Part Two
Welcome to Part Two of our two-part blog series featuring the stories of four fathers who share the wisdom and insight they have gained while navigating the complexities of parenting an autistic child. Click here to read Part One of this special Fatherās Day blog series. Letās continue to explore the stories of these fathers…
ABA Services for Young Children: Home or Clinic-Based?
When considering ABA Services for Young Children (Applied Behavior Analysis), many providers offer services in the clientās home, while others offer clinic-based care or some combination of these two environments. Clinic-based care may be the right option for many individuals, but there are nuanced factors to consider when evaluating whether this environment fits your childās…
Fatherhood and Autism: Words of Wisdom Part One
Fatherhood is a journey filled with both wonderful moments and significant challenges, highlighting the invaluable role that fathers play in their families. Fathers provide protection, guidance, stability, and support, serving as pillars of strength. This month, in honor of Fatherās Day, we asked four remarkable fathers who have children with autism to share their experiences…
Public Policy Update | May 23
Autism Society of North Carolina Public Policy updates: I/DD Caucus meeting draws advocates to NCGA Tailored Plan Reminders Survey on the Innovations Waiver Supports Budget Process I/DD Caucus meeting brings advocates to the NC General Assembly (NCGA). On Tuesday May 14, members of the Intellectual and/or Developmental Disability legislative caucus met to hear testimony…