It’s that time of the year. The weather is warm. School is out. Airports are bustling with families, embarking on a long-awaited summer vacation. As you look at your own itinerary for summer travel,...
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Promoting Inclusion For Children With Autism
Parents of autistic children play a crucial role in promoting inclusion by actively engaging with their child and supporting their child's social development. Here are some strategies that can help:...
Justin and Amelia Long of Success on the Spectrum – Lee’s Summit Tell Their Story About Why They Opened An SOS
Justin And Ameilia Long are featured in VoyageKC Magazine. Here is their story: Justin and Amelia's youngest son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age three. They began the hard task of...
Creating More Awareness About Autism That Leads To More Acceptance
I have interviewed many parents about their experiences raising their autistic child and continue to be shocked at how people treat them. One Mom with an autistic son told me they were asked to...
Early Detection of Autism Is Crucial
Today, there is a growing interest in autism as 1 in 44 children are being diagnosed with it. Autism is also becoming more popular in research and there are more internet searches for symptoms and...
Helping Your Child With Autism Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Holidays can be a challenge for children with autism. Valentine’s Day is no exception. When in a school environment, the noise of a Valentine’s Day party and the exchange of Valentines can be...
Our Annual Autism Carnival
Each year Success on the Spectrum or SOS holds an autism festival free of charge for autism families in the community. Here, autistic children and their families can come out for a day of fun in a...
How To Have A Safe Autism Halloween
Halloween can be challenging for some children on the spectrum. To make this holiday fun and safe for all, planning this holiday well in advance is very important. What to do if going out: First,...
Children With Autism And Oral Health
Having autism does not mean that a child’s teeth and other facial features will be different. Children with autism are likely to suffer many more oral health problems, including tooth decay,...
Parent Training – A Vitally Important Strategy For Autism Families
https://youtu.be/m0fqRjvYEco Many parents feel overwhelmed, lost or confused when they learn their child has autism. They oftentimes feel inadequate about how to raise their child, especially as...