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Hollywood can’t handle talent with a diagnosis!

On: July 30, 2017

Now I understand why Hollywood, Netflix, HBO, ABC, CBS, NBC, Disney, Nickelodeon, Broadway, etc. will not hire actors with a diagnosis, with obvious or mild challenges. Video: Trolls and Friends The Musical, Dunedin Community Center, FL In an attempt to entertain, the writing may reflect some of the realities facedContinue Reading

AUTISM REALITIES

By: friendsautism17

On: April 26, 2017

In: Autism, Employment, University

We know all about autism awareness. We want action. Life with autism is 365 days, 24/7… These are various posts I shared in social media. They reflect the reality of many families. For many it’s been the same or worse for 10+ years. The media rarely reports on these matters.Continue Reading

Volunteer work in the Happy Kingdom!

By: friendsautism17

On: January 30, 2017

In: Uncategorized

Yes, at 8/9 years old doing volunteer work is extremely important. But wait, at this age kids should be in parks, riding bikes, some may say playing computer games is part of being a kid these days. But T. and her friend S. were taken to the Thrift Store, part ofContinue Reading

#Autismisnotscary at the Women’s March!

By: friendsautism17

On: January 21, 2017

In: Uncategorized

As a parent, I realize I must constantly open more doors to assist the process of understanding what life can be about… With a diagnosis like autism, on any given day, it can be so challenging to help your offspring understand the meaning of different situations we can witness. TodayContinue Reading

How to get the local media to report on events in your community?

By: friendsautism17

On: January 17, 2017

In: Uncategorized

As we get ready for our event Autism and Employability, we approach the press wanting to get exposure and let Tampa Bay know their involvement is needed. Our latest experience… – Sent note via FB to local reporters stating: Help me invite Chick-fil-A HR folks! They should participate in ourContinue Reading