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Autism Speaks Resources on COVID-19 Webinar

by Laura Polakow | Jun 26, 2020 | advocating, autism, autism awareness, tips

Autism Home Support Services held a webinar hosted by Autism Speaks with many valuable resources at this time during the COVID-19 pandemic. We would like to share the video of the webinar along with other resources that are provided for download below. We think you... Read More

Make the most of summer for kids with autism

by Laura Polakow | Jun 20, 2019 | ABA, aba therapy, advocating, autism awareness, autism center

Chicago Parent Staff talks with our own Megan Feldman, MS, BCBA at AHSS: With summer comes streets fests, hot temps, fireworks, barbecues, family parties and upended routines. It can bring challenges to any family, but for families with children with special needs,... Read More

Signs of Autism? Don’t Be Scared of the A-Word

by shelly andrews | Jun 25, 2018 | ABA, aba therapy, advocating, autism awareness, blog, early intervention, early intervention\, positivity, You're Not Alone

Your 2-year-old son has tantrums all the time. Just moving his favorite chair can trigger a meltdown. He grunts and points when he wants something. He rarely looks you in the eye and often doesn’t respond to his name. Family and friends are reassuring. “Kids develop... Read More