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Click here for a snapshot overview of Autism
Apply for Financial Assistance from the foundation
Local Resources
Kids' Rein is a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic horseback riding for children with disabilities, located in Charlotte, NC. See their website for more information.
BabyNet is South Carolina's interagency system for intervention services for families who have infants & toddlers (birth to 3) with developmental delays or conditions associated with developmental delays.
Family Connection of South Carolina is a support network for families who have children with special needs. A regional office is located in Rock Hill, SC. For more information, visit their website or call Hollye Reid, the area coordinator, at 803-366-4839
National Online Resources
Autism in the Media
Jenny McCarthy's Press Tour
If you have any exposure to national media, no doubt you've seen Jenny McCarthy recently (September 2007). She has been actively promoting her latest book, Louder than Words, which discusses her journey with her autistic son. In many cases, Holly Robinson Peete has also appreared with her to speak about her son with autism.
Jenny's appearances include: The View, Oprah, 20/20, Good Morning America and Larry King Live; She also appeared on the cover of People Magazine.
See video from Larry King Live here.
Surfer's Healing on CBS Evening News
The latest on Surfer's Healing - including a visit from Jimmy Buffett (9/20/07)
Other Financial Assistance
Helping
Hand is financial aid through NAA (National Autism Association).
Applications are currently being accepted until May 15, 2008.
ACT Today! for autism offers a grant program and appears to accept applications year-round.
Articles of Interest
Family Wins Suit for Autistic Son's Health Care - September 26, 2007
"Thimerosal and Autism Spectrum Disorders: Alleged Misconduct by Government Agencies and Private Entities" by Michael B. Enzi, Ranking Member of the US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions - September 2007
Autism screening urged for toddlers by age 2 - October 29, 2007 - Associated Press
Identification and Evaluation of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- October 29, 2007 - American Academy of Pediatrics
Helping HANDS for Autism Act Introduced in the House - June 19, 2008
Related Books
Unraveling the Mystery of Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder: A Mother's Story of Research & Recovery by Karyn Seroussi
Louder Than Words: A Mother's Journey in Healing Autism by Jenny McCarthy
Not Even Wrong: Adventures in Autism by Paul Collins
Autistic Planet and Different Like Me: My Book of Autism Heroes by Jennifer Elder
The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph and Growing Up Autistic by Jason (J-Mac) McElwain and Daniel Paisner
Becoming Remarkably Able: Walking the Path to Talents, Interests, and Personal Growth, for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Related Disabilities by Jackie Marquette
National Autism Events
PowerPoint presentations from the National Autism Conference in November 2007 can be downloaded here.
DVDs and Webcasts of the 2nd Autism Convention (ABA Int'l) in February 2008 are available for purchase on their website.
34th Annual Convention - Association for Behavior Analysis International
May 23-27, 2008 Chicago, Illinois - Hilton Chicago
May 21-25, 2008 Chicago, Illinois - The Westin O'Hare Hotel
July 9-12, 2008 Orlando, FL - Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center