By the proud parents of Marcus Marcus was diagnosed with autism two months before his third birthday. There were signs that something was not quite right since he was a baby, but he was our first child and we didn’t know any better. At age one, Marcus had a few words and ate everything we... Continue Reading →
Halloween doesn’t have to be scary
By Lisa Ackerman TACA is pleased to offer a new article on Halloween, safe candy choices, non-candy choices and ways to prepare for Halloween. Also included are printable "trick or treat" cards to help create additional autism awareness and help our non verbal friends. Preparing for Halloween doesn't have to be scary! Find helpful tips... Continue Reading →
Music to Our Ears
By proud guest blogger awesome mom: Brandy Vaughn My daughter, Ryan, was born December 4, 2002. Three and a half years later, she was diagnosed with autism. I became concerned about her development at age 2 ½, when she didn’t answer to her name, protested any demand placed on her, and was extremely tactile-defensive. If we... Continue Reading →
What trick can your kid with autism do?
By Lisa Ackerman Many who are not affected by autism are curious about it. They should be, a once rare condition now affecting 1 in every 88 children (1.) Over the years, I have been asked many interesting questions: What is autism? Why is autism on the rise? Can my kid catch it? The hardest... Continue Reading →
An Extraordinary Moment
By Linda Betzold While I write this story, I am looking at my son, Beau. He is happily sitting on the couch wearing shorts and a t-shirt, munching on pistachios, and grinning while watching Ghostbusters, a movie he specifically requested to watch. To most people, this would be a very ordinary scene. There is nothing... Continue Reading →
Changes at the Happiest Place on Earth?
By Lisa Ackerman A few things can get TACA families really upset. The one that is making many families EXTREMELY upset: changes to Disneyland Parks Guest Assistance Card Program for individuals with disabilities. The Disneyland Parks Guest Assistance Card Program allows certain guests access to shorter lines based on their disability. For many families living... Continue Reading →
Can a two year old be a good witness?
By Lisa Ackerman I often try to explain some of my points with an analogy. Here is what’s in my mind today: Imagine there are two cars with two families traveling down the road. Circumstances occur and there is a horrible crash. Only one person survives. The police rush to the scene to understand what... Continue Reading →
I’m a TACA kid
Our kids are heroes. This picture needs little introduction. Just admiration.
IACC July 2013 Meeting Recap
By Lisa Ackerman The Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) meeting happened on July 9, 2013 while I was on vacation. It has taken me too many weeks to catch up and listen to almost 8 hours of this meeting. My sincere apologies for the time it has taken to comment about this important effort held... Continue Reading →
Max Goes to the Neurologist – Part Two of Three
Part Two: Surviving the Hospital Stay and Testing By Holly Bortfeld Catch up - see Part One: Max goes to the Neurologist https://tacanowblog.com/2013/08/14/max-goes-to-the-neurologist-part-1-of-3/ *Disclaimer, I am a parent, not a doctor. This is not intended to be used as medical advice. If your child has a seizure, please contact a licensed physician. Please remember... Continue Reading →
Moving Autism Forward by Team TACA 