As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s time to reflect with gratitude on the blessings received, our families, friends and those who have touched our lives in their own special way. To help you plan your holiday preparations, we would like to share some tips that can be of great help to you: http://www.tacanow.org/family-resources/thanksgiving/. Let us also help... Continue Reading →
Autism then STROKE
By guest blogger Chelsi Coate – long time TACA mom and volunteer Christian is 11 and going into the fifth grade. He is kind, funny, sarcastic and charming. He loves anything that has to do with film making. He plans on attending his second film festival this year. He is also very skilled at... Continue Reading →
Vacation with Autism
By Ali Hoffman – guest blogger I love this post from the Onion, Mom spends beach vacation assuming all household duties in closer proximity to the ocean (1.) This article rings true to many of us with smaller children. Long gone are the days of reading a few books... Continue Reading →
The Perfect Outfit
Janice Kern, TACA Mom and Dang Chic There was a special event planned for a particular evening. As with most special events, I wanted to pick an outfit for the occasion. Fortunately, a package had arrived several days before so I didn’t have to think too hard about what to wear. The occasion was our... Continue Reading →
Update: Stem cells and autism
By Lisa Ackerman As promised, we stated we would update you on the latest in stem cell research. We have written about Dr. Chez’s stem cell study in past TACA blogs (1.) As a reminder, we know stem cell therapy offer treatment solutions for many other conditions (such as leukemia, lymphoma and other serious medical... Continue Reading →
Congraduations Christian!
By Lisa Ackerman Recovery from autism happens (1.) As promised I will keep sharing those stories! Meet wonderful Christian. Any parent would be proud of this great graduate. But watch and you will see that there is so much more to his story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulH-Jo0b_7U Not only has he overcome and recovered from autism, but... Continue Reading →
Why you should care about autism
By Lisa Ackerman This blog is not for families living with autism as they are well aware of this information. This blog is for you, the American taxpayer not living with autism in your life. You need to care about autism because you know what – your taxes are about to skyrocket. Please read. Autism... Continue Reading →
Recovery from Autism?
By Lisa Ackerman New research demonstrates RECOVERY FROM AUTISM is possible. It happens. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) agrees. They did a study in January 2013 (1.) More studies are underway. We know as we have sent dozens of TACA families their way. For many of you reading this blog you may think: Is... Continue Reading →
Danger can come with the change in seasons
By Lisa Ackerman For many families summer is filled with fun activities, vacations and almost always involves WATER! This sounds fun. And it is fun! I have fond memories of summer time shenanigans with my family and friends. For families living with autism the summer season can be the exact opposite of fun. It can... Continue Reading →
11th Annual TACA Family Picnic: best day ever!
By Lisa Ackerman Every year, I am full of excitement; it’s not a major holiday or my birthday, but it is absolutely my favorite time of the year. It is PICNIC TIME! I am happy to share with you the upcoming 11th Annual Family Picnic on Sunday, June 8th at the Phoenix Club in... Continue Reading →
Moving Autism Forward by Team TACA 