https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/id-check-v2-600×338.jpg A guest blog by The Arc of Northern Virginia, a Night of Too Many Stars Grantee Every parent worries about their children’s safety, especially when the children are out in public. But parents of young adults with autism can live with heightened levels of concern. A casual excursion can easily turn into a traumatic […]
Archives for 2019
Making a Difference is the First Step
Brad Walker, VP of Community Living Supports, trains and consults with staff at NEXT for NEIGHBORS, our community living program currently in development. The program will employ the Professional Family Teaching Model, which emphasizes family-style living in a supportive, teaching environment for adults with autism. To honor National Caregivers Month, Brad celebrates two, exemplary professional […]
2019 Year End Review
Read about our 2019 work and accomplishments in our Year End Review!
Read Trey Laird’s, marketing legend and Co-Founder of AARMY, interview in The Fragrance Foundation’s Accords about collaborating with NEXT fro AUTISM for Power Pedal.
The “fragrancefoundationaccords” released this article on 11/13/2019. See the original article here.
Making the Arts Accessible to All
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Arts-Ed-Resize-300×300.png Museum outings are popular family affairs — meaningful activities that everyone can enjoy which are also educational. One challenge? The sensory stimuli can be overwhelming to some children, and even more so for some children with autism. Now, three museums across the country are doing something about it. Educators from the Kansas Children’s Discovery […]
Read Laura Slatkin’s, Co-Founder and Board Chair of NEXT for AUTISM, interview in The Fragrance Foundation’s Accords about NEXT’s greatest achievements and future plans.
The “fragrancefoundationaccords” released this article on 10/20/2019. See the original article here.
The Case for Meaningful Work
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Copy-of-The-Case-for-Meaningful-Work-600×428.png by John Bryson, M.S.E, Sr. Manager, Corporate Employment Consulting, NEXT for AUTISM I’m often asked why I work in disability employment helping young people with autism and other disabilities prepare for and find meaningful work. My answer is always the same. I’m motivated by a case that lit a fire in me. Its senselessness […]
This approach is what makes our newest program, NEXT for NEIGHBORS, unique. Learn about the Family Teaching Model from Patricia Wright, VP of Program Development and Brad Walker, VP, Community Living Supports.
The “autismspectrumnews” released this article on 10/04/2019. See the original article here.
The Women of PSAE Get to Work!
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Screen-Shot-2019-09-03-at-4.49.42-PM-600×399.png By: Alison Bush, M.S., BCBA Meet Shannon. She’s one of two women who graduated in 2019 from our Project SEARCH Autism Enhancement internship and employment program or PSAE. Shannon was driven to land a meaningful job after the hard work that she’d put into the training program, and she did. She’s thrilled to be […]
Embracing the Amazing
On a recent afternoon, representatives from Queens Public School 219 brightened our day with an uplifting story about their school’s campaign to celebrate diverse abilities, “Embracing the Amazing.” The K-8 school in Flushing, Queens enrolls 700 students, twenty-seven percent of whom are on the autism spectrum. During the month-long celebration, children in the lower school […]
What’s New With Our Favorite Dads?
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ed-kevin-leo-2-600×358.jpg Three years ago on Father’s Day, we introduced our readers to Ed Tournu and Kevin Donohue, two Long Island dads who had adopted a boy with autism. Though they had only intended to foster 13 year-old Leo at the time, until a permanent home could be found, the dads fell in love with Leo […]
Autism Interns Gain Real World Experience While Raising Awareness
On a recent spring day, Shannon and Jack, two interns from the Project SEARCH Autism Enhancement employment training program, were spotted at an information table, greeting passersby on NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital’s Westchester campus. They wanted to raise awareness about their program and the importance of work for people with autism. With the high rate of unemployment […]
A Happy Mother-Daughter Partnership
Mothers and daughters have connected over food for generations, but that wasn’t the reason that Arlene Maidman took her daughter, Julia, to cooking lessons four years ago. Family friends had gifted the lessons to Julia for her sweet 16, and Arlene just went along. But what she saw in Julia that afternoon changed both of […]
KCBS San Francisco and the A2A Alliance interviewed the president of NEXT for AUTISM for these radio podcast. Listen Now!
The “a2aalliance” released this article on 05/05/2019. See the original article here.
The Light In All Of Us
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Satya-and-Son-e1556742652157.jpg Satya, jewelry designer and the owner of Satya Jewelry, approached NEXT for AUTISM to partner on the launch of The Beautiful You Collection, which she had designed to honor the individuality and gifts of those on the autism spectrum. Satya is committed to celebrating our community and has pledged to donate a portion of […]
Open Yourself to a World of Possibility
https://nextforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Pic1.jpg This remarkable 16-year-old high-school student, Shreya Suneja, became involved with autism causes when her younger cousin was diagnosed. She shares her story with us, hoping to inspire other young people towards greater acceptance of individuals with autism. Walking through the hallways of my high school, one thing has become very clear to me: we […]
Dr. Patricia Wright, VP of Program Development, talks with Bronx Net TV’s Daren Jaime about our work. #autismawareness
The “bronxnet” released this article on 04/17/2019. See the original article here.
20-year-old Julia has turned her passion for baking into meaningful work. Proud of her and all young adults with autism who are finding their own way to adulthood.
The “ny1” released this article on 03/31/2019. See the original article here.
An interview with Laura Slatkin, Board President & Co-founder, on what drives her in business and at NEXT for AUTISM. (Check out our shoutout 27 minutes into this podcast.)
The “wherebrainsmeetbeauty” released this article on 03/06/2019. See the original article here.
Autistic Reflections: An Audiogram Series
Life on the autism spectrum presents a unique set of experiences every day. Check out these first-person reflections from autistic individuals on what it’s like navigating employment, a social calendar, prioritizing health and happiness, and defining what “home” means to them. Listen in on how autistic adults are thriving at work. Meet Dallas Dismuke: Dallas […]
The Coming Care Crisis as Kids With Autism Grow Up
The personal challenges and systemic barriers faced by adults with autism and their families are, indeed, as profound as outlined in The Atlantic article below. Life for adults with autism can be devoid of opportunity and hope. For parents, navigating a confusing system of support and facing an uncertain future are sources of unrelenting anguish, […]
NEXT for AUTISM VP, Program Development, presented to ABA practitioners on social justice and their practices.
The “abainternational” released this article on 01/19/2019. See the original article here.
A Transition Model that Works: Project SEARCH Autism Enhancement
The “nextfas” released this article on 01/10/2019. See the original article here.