The SMART Goal method was developed in 1981 by George T. Dornan as a tool to create criteria to help improve the chances of success in accomplishing goals in the
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High School Planning: Do You Need to Consider a Personal Curriculum (PC)?
Contributed by Barbara Brish, Psy, SP, NCSP, Education Specialist, AAoM Transitioning between schools, high school scheduling, annual IEP meetings, and informal brainstorming with school professionals are all potential opportunities to
ADHD, Autism or Both?
Contributed by Jill Matson, MSN, RN, CPNPM Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism can look a lot alike, makingit difficult at times for parents and professionals to tell the difference
Health and Aging with Autism
Contributed by Jill Matson, MSN, RN, CPNP, MiNavigator Clinical Specialist Approximately 1 in 59 children in the US have autism according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Over
To Label or Not to Label
Contributed by Jill Matson, CPNP, RN, Clinical Specialist & Navigator Manager The preschool years are when diagnostic criteria are the most ‘gray’ for practitioners and families. Delineating play, behavior, communication,
Advice for Job Seekers During that Employment Gap
Contributed by Kelly Blakeslee, M.A., CRC, LLPC, Corporate Vocational Counselor Many job seekers often overlook the work that must be done before employment happens. At times, he/she may overlook not
Happy Work Anniversary: A Formula for Retention
Contributed by Tammy Morris, Chief Program Officer As we scroll through work anniversary notifications on our LinkedIn feed, nonchalant thoughts run through our minds…”Wow, time flies.” It feels like they
Preparing Your Child for a Psychological Assessment in School
Contributed by Barbara Brish, Psy, Sp, NCSP, Education Specialist A psychological assessment is outlined in the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education as part of the process to determine special
In Memoriam: John Brower
Our friend, mentor, special education advocate, and attorney, John Brower, Sr., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. He was surrounded by his family. John was a loving husband,
Virtual Book Club
Join us for a Virtual Book Club on Tuesday, July 20th co-hosted by Autism Alliance of Michigan and Marvelous Me Books. Meet Author Rylan Vogelzang and his mom Gwen as
ACTION ALERT: Michigan’s Direct Care Workers Need Your Help
Over this past year, we’ve made progress, but we still have a ways to go! We know that families and providers have been stretched to their limit as they try
