New business for neurodiverse children and families opens during National Autism Acceptance Month

New business for neurodiverse children and families opens during National Autism Acceptance Month

EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) - A new business is catering to neurodiverse children and their families in Hampshire County. It's National Autism Acceptance Month, so this business comes at a perfect time, when more community spaces are needed for children on the autism spectrum. The residents of Easthampton saw this need in the community. "We're seeing a clear community need for additional support, programming and education for some of our youngest …

SARC hosts event for Autism Acceptance Month

Promotional sign for the event Jasmin Brown Jasmin Brown Jonathan Davis, the assistant director of SARC on the Armstrong and Liberty campuses, tabling Jasmin Brown Jasmin Brown Navigate Left Navigate Right Armstrong’s Student Accessibility Resource Center (SARC) hosted an event for Autism Acceptance Month.  They handed out free snacks, stickers and…

ArchCare Cuts the Ribbon on St. Frances Cabrini Apartments for Neurodiverse Adults - The Good Newsroom

ArchCare Cuts the Ribbon on St. Frances Cabrini Apartments for Neurodiverse Adults Faith | 04/10/2025 By: Patrick Grady “These new apartments represent a place where people can live independently with dignity in a supportive and inclusive community.” -Scott LaRue, CEO of ArchCareThe grand opening of these new apartments began with a full tour …

Safe places to play around Seattle for children who elope

If you are the caregiver of a child with autism, you may have experienced your child wandering off from the designated area where they are expected to be. This phenomenon is called elopement and, while it is very common among children with autism spectrum disorder, it can be extremely unnerving and stressful for caregivers concerned about the child’s safety. Thankfully there are many play places in and around Seattle with enhanced safety feature…

The Last Of Us Star Bella Ramsey Calls For Industry Change For Neurodiverse Actors

Bella Ramsey was diagnosed with autism while filming The Last of Us; now, they're calling for industry change for neurodivergent actors.

Midtown's Propel Autism opens for children diagnosed on the autism spectrum

In conjunction April’s Autism Awareness Month, Propel Autism announced the opening of its Midtown Atlanta location to serve children who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum with behavioral therapy. Propel Autism CEO and cofounder Ryan Lewis said he has a close connection to autism, and he started the company “to change people’s lives for the better.” In late 2021, Lewis left a corporate job in New York, moved to metro Atlanta, and pursued…