Guest Blog By Holly Bortfeld I am a single parent of two teenagers with ASD. I live 3000 miles from everyone I grew up with, and my family. My ex lives 1000 miles away and has no contact with our children. I live hours away from friends. I live here because autism services are tremendous,... Continue Reading →
Living Healthy: Navigating Food Allergies
Persistent exposure to allergens in the environment and/ or food can make anyone feel miserable! Based on new research and parent feedback, we know diet AND ALLERGIES greatly affect how children with autism on they behave, sleep and learn. Parents living with a child affected by autism have much to consider in the world of... Continue Reading →
WHAT CAN ONE PERSON DO?
CHANGE THE WORLD! Two years ago my husband Glen helped launch a pet project, the TACA Autism Youth Ambassadors (AYA). Spending time with these inspirational young leaders has since become one of our favorite things to do. I have had the great fortune to speak at several club meetings. The Youth Ambassadors bring such positive... Continue Reading →
Staying in the Game…
Autism is a big giant life size “whack-a-mole” game. It is the most frustrating and rewarding game – at the same time– with one difference: it offers tremendous pay off opportunities with our most precious assets. It is worth all the effort put in – especially by our hard working kids. It can be extremely... Continue Reading →
Moving Autism Forward by Team TACA 