When Autism Alliance of Michigan heard Laurie’s story, our Navigator team sprung into action and delivered an AngelSense GPS Unit to her, so she wouldn’t have to go another day
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Autism Alliance of Michigan and Microsoft Team Up for Rise AT Summit
Autism Alliance of Michigan and Microsoft hosted an all-day Assistive Technology (AT) Summit in Southfield this past Friday. Over 75 attendees enjoyed breakout sessions specific to AT, from apps to
Help with Transitioning to a Job After High School
Question: We are trying to prepare students to transition to a job after high school, however families of individuals with disabilities rely on their financial benefits to pay their bills
Sensory Friendly Saturdays
The Autism Alliance of Michigan is teaming up with local museums and attractions to offer sensory friendly experiences for families and individuals on the autism spectrum during the month of
Help with Life Insurance Policy for Son with Autism
Question: Our son has autism. Recently we attempted to obtain a life insurance policy for him. The application was rejected based on the autism diagnosis. What can I do? Response
Rochester Hills Emagine Movie Theater Hosts Sensory Friendly Movies
Rochester Hills Emagine Movie Theater will be offering Autism/Sensory Friendly Showings. The sensory friendly movie will include brighter theatre lights than normal and the sound will be turned down. Families
AAoM and ICE4Autism Mobile App Join Forces on Autism Safety
AAoM integrates the ICE4Autism mobile app into First Responder Safety and Community and Family Safety Autism Training Programs. Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) and the ICE4Autism mobile app are joining
Help! Now that I have an autism diagnosis for my son…what’s next?
Question: My son finally was able to be diagnosed by the School’s education team that oversees his IEP as ASD. He is in 5th grade and 11 years old. Since he
Calley Calling For New Funds With Special Education Report
Lt. Governor Brian Calley announced that the executive budget recommendation coming Wednesday would include new funds to implement portions of the Special Education Task Force report he unveiled to the
Red Wings Win 3-0 and AAoM Benefits!
We were invited to participate in the Detroit Red Wings Foundation’s 50/50 Raffle on Monday February 8th, while the Wings were battling the Panthers. On the ice, we had a
MiNavigator Can Help Find The Right Swim Class For You
As our Navigators partner on the journey with parents raising children with autism and related disorders, sometimes we come across a ‘rare find’ worth mentioning. Goldfish Swim School is just
MiNavigator Helps Family in Indiana!
A great story came in through MiNavigator this week. Grandparents in Crawfordsville who are seniors and facing their own health issues are raising their grandchildren, one an 8 year old
ABA Therapy During School Hours
Question: Twice each week I take my school aged child to ABA therapy during school hours. I now have received a notice from the ISD Truancy Officer demanding I come into
What federal and Michigan laws do we need to be aware of as we advocate for our child with ASD?
Question: Our physician recently told us that our 2 year old child is “on the autism spectrum”. What federal and Michigan laws do we need to be aware of as we
Help…Cannot afford 20 hours of ABA weekly and Insurance Won’t Cover it
Question: My child has been diagnosed with autism. His therapist says he needs at least 20 hours of ABA therapy weekly. The cost is estimated at $2,000 a week and our
Help! Son attends Private School for Children with Learning Disorders…possible state reimbursement?
Question: Our son is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and attends a private school designed to help children with learning disorders. He has and has always had an IEP when
Over 12,000 First Responders Trained in Michigan
As of Monday December 14, 2015 Autism Alliance of Michigan’s Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST) has officially served over 12,000 first responders in Michigan and even a few out of
Niklas Kronwall Gives New Meaning to “Getting Kronwalled”
Niklas Kronwall has been a big supporter of Autism Alliance of Michigan for years. A family with a child affected by autism may not feel comfortable attending a Red Wings
7 Tips for a Happy Holiday Season with your Loved One Affected by Autism
Holiday: A holiday is a day set aside by custom or by law on which normal activities, especially business or work, are suspended or reduced. Wikipedia While many of us look
1 in 45
As you may have read, the National Health Statistics Report released a report today including new data that indicates 1 in 45 children have an autism spectrum disorder. This study
What does the Fund Mean to an Alliance of Families?
AAoM appreciates the frustration of families at the announcement of a depleted state autism reimbursement fund. The Autism Alliance of Michigan led the charge toward Insurance Legislation in 2012 and
Congratulations Tom Allen on Receiving the Sparky Anderson Youth in Philanthropy Award
Congratulations to Tom Allen, the university liaison for AAoM’s Young Professional Board. Tom directed and coordinated the Alpha Sigma Phi Winterfest event last February for his fraternity, raising $40,000 for
Congratulations 2015 Angela Peterson Excellence in Diversity Award Recipient Detroit Zoological Society
The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) would like to formally congratulate our partner, The Detroit Zoological Society (DZS), for being recognized by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) for
Autism Alliance of Michigan- Oregon Community College Shooting
Southfield, MI (October 8, 2015) – The Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) and the autism community at large, across Michigan, send sympathies and share personally in the tragic loss of
MiNavigator Your Phone-A-Friend Lifeline
When the Autism Alliance of Michigan launched our MiNavigator program in the beginning of 2015, there was concern that our Autism Navigator Specialists, most of whom had worked for twenty
Brian and Julie Calley – Navigating Autism
A heartfelt thank you to Julie and Brian Calley for sharing your story as AAoM launches Michigan’s Autism Navigator Program. This is just one of the 80,000 stories of a
Snyder Signs Bill With $5.5 Million For Autism
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation to take $5.5 million from a state autism fund and redirect it to autism programs at universities and for autism-related family assistance services.
Giving Tuesday
Now that your online shopping orders have shipped and your Black Friday deals have all been tucked away, it is time to give back. This #GivingTuesday, keep it local by
On Board For Autism
The Autism Alliance of Michigan, the Wayne County Airport Authority and Delta Airlines are collaborating together to offer an airport simulation opportunity for families with autism. Join us at the
AAoM & Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority
AAoM has been partnering with Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority (MMRMA) over the past two years to supporting autism awareness and training for law enforcement officials and municipal employees. Their
