Tag: autism

Autism Service Dogs: Constant Companions in a Topsy Turvy World

Imagine living in a world where everything is brighter, louder, often distorted, and being unable to express how this makes you feel. Imagine suddenly running off on to a busy street, mindless of the danger of oncoming cars. Imagine wanting friends and not understanding why no one wants to play with you and even worse, […]

Read MoreAutism Basics: The Dangers of Wandering or Elopement Behavior

On October 29th, a 5-year-old boy was spotted walking alone without shoes, down a busy road in St George, Utah. The boy was non-verbal and could not tell the police who he was or where his parents were. Fortunately the officers were able to locate his parents quickly — they were visiting in a nearby […]

5 Facts About the The Legality of Autism Service Dogs

Let’s take a moment and dispel some of the misinformation surrounding autism service dogs. Here are five facts about the legality of service dogs that are important to know while getting a service dog for your child. 1. Taxi Cabs Cannot Deny Taxi cabs are unable to deny you transportation due to having a service animal. […]

Searching for Solutions: Top 5 Autism Charities

As with any worth-while cause, there are a multitude of charities that aim to support Autistic individuals and their families in a number of ways. Here is a list of the top 5 Autism Charities and a new player shaking things up: National Autism Association The NAA creates and implements direct-assistance programs for families affected […]