Summer is a wonderful time of year full of outdoor activities and social gatherings, but for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder it can be stressful. Changes in routines, travel to new places, different sensory experiences, and time spent with people who may not fully understand autism can make summer feel overwhelming. Here are some tips…
Make This Your Childās Best School Year Yet
Are you ready for back-to-school time? Or does the mere thought of a new school year make you anxious? The Autism Society of North Carolina is ready to partner with you and your child for a successful school year. Please take advantage of the resources we offer. Toolkits: In the past year and a half,…
School is out for summer. What to do?
Editor’s Note: This week’s Blog contribution is from Leica Anzaldo, Training Manager for the Autism Society of North Carolina’s Training Department. School is out and while many of us have been anxiously awaiting this day, for others it is a time of anxiety. Summer for children with autism and their families can be a particularly…
Surviving Summer with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Ā TheseĀ surviving summer tips are brought to you by Nancy PopkinĀ and Kim Tizzard, Autism Society of North Carolina Parent Advocates. Do you have any tips to share? Post them in the comments section below! Summer Challenges: Change in schedule / routine Sensory challenges Travel Extended family members who donāt understand autism Ā Summer Survival Solutions Ā …
Squeezing Lemon, Added Sugar
A recount of a sticky situation.