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I cannot tell you enough how much I love the film Finding Nemo! If you are like me you and your child can recite the film by heart and are patiently, but most likely impatiently, waiting for the new film ‘Finding Dory’ to hit theaters! What you may not know though is the impact Finding […]
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On November 10, 2015, Sesame Street turns 46-years-old. During their historic run on television no moment may be bigger for our community than the announcement of Julia, their first-ever character who happens to be on the autism spectrum! Julia has since gone viral and made a lasting impact in our community. It’s our anniversary! Today we’re
On Sesame Street’s Birthday We Thank Them for Julia; a Muppet with Autism! Read More »
Many celebrities are known for their philanthropy work in today’s entertainment industry. The boy band sensation One Direction is a perfect example of that. In May of 2014, they hosted and playing in a celebrity charity soccer game at King Power Stadium in Leicester, England to raise awareness and funds for autism! Along with the
How One Direction Helped Raise $450,000 to Help Those with Autism! Read More »
Between volunteering to raise funds for autism and helping a boy with autism’s wish come true, Adam Sandler has showed his support towards the autism cause in a big way! At Comedy Central’s Night of Too Many Stars, an event that raises money for New York Collaborates 4 Autism (NYC4A), Adam Sandler volunteered his time
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Inspired by her book “Thinking in Pictures,” HBO Films 2010 hit biopic “Temple Grandin” helped catapult Dr. Grandin to one of the most recognized autism advocates in the world. The film after it’s release on February 6, 2010 went on to win a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Film while Claire Danes won an
5 Years Later: The Impact of HBO Films ‘Temple Grandin’ Read More »
Can’t make these types of stories up! 13-year-old Brandon Williams who is on the autism spectrum who attends Barnes Intermediate School in Staten Island sprung into action to save his fellow classmate Jessica who had been choking. He credits learning the heimlich maneuver after seeing it done while watching “Spongebob Squarepants” one of his favorite
Hero with Autism Saves Classmate with Heimlich Maneuver he Learned From SpongeBob Read More »
A few months ago I had a moment of pure childhood nostalgia when I took my girlfriend to see Kelly Clarkson perform at Radio City Music Hall in NYC. Earlier that week I had wrote a piece on my personal blog about how Katy Perry is helping spread autism awareness and I figured I’d do
Kelly Clarkson’s Puzzle Piece Tattoo & Autism Awareness Read More »
The way music can impact those with and without autism is amazing. One person I’d like to highlight today is Adele who has been breaking music video records for her new hit song “Hello.” Adele has been a huge influence on me to find my “place of Zen” whenever I feel overwhelmed in my life.
How Adele has helped me with my sensory overload Read More »
In school I was always into marketing. When I received my first full time job I became the Social Media Coordinator for the leading science and advocacy in the world in Autism Speaks. For the past few years I believe one of the best parts of my job have been through the stories I’ve been
How Social Media Helped a Boy with Autism Meet Taylor Swift Read More »
Not sure if anyone has seen this story in the news recently about Caleb Dyl, an adult with autism from Rhode Island who didn’t receive a check for over a year from a local Applebee’s after being placed there for a job through a social service agency. The story has been picked up by major
Applebee’s to Pay Employee with Autism Who Didn’t Receive a Check for a Year Read More »
70 million individuals have autism worldwide. Because of this, in 2011, Kerry started “KFM Making a Difference” an organization that helps provide scholarships for adults with autism to attend college. Help support the cause today and “make a difference” in the lives of those with autism.
70 million individuals have autism worldwide. Because of this, in 2011, Kerry started “KFM Making a Difference” an organization that helps provide scholarships for adults with autism to attend college. Help support the cause today and “make a difference” in the lives of those with autism.
