To celebrate April as National Autism Awareness month, 250 classrooms in southeast Michigan participated in AAoM’s Second Annual Change for Autism campaign. This campaign benefitted Michigan families affected by autism
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From Working Through a Learning Disability to Inspiring Others: Jacob Levy’s Story
We took some time to talk with Jacob Levy, founder of MODIFIED MUSIC-ATION, which combines a basic approach to learning with the fundamentals of music. Along with music education, MODIFIED MUSIC-ATION
Dougie and His Family Stop By Little Caesars Arena for a Red Wings Game
Each year, Niklas Kronwall donates 4 tickets to every home Detroit Red Wings game to families affected by autism. Dougie, one little Red Wing fan, was lucky enough to receive
Special Toys for Special Children: Recommended Guides
Play is important for all children of all abilities. Through play, children learn about the world and themselves while experiencing joy. Toys are the tools of play. They can help
AAoM’s Young Professionals Board Turns 3 Years Old!
Autism Alliance of Michigan’s Young Professionals Board (YPB) was formed three years ago with one goal: engage Michigan’s young professionals in the mission of AAoM. This group of 13 took
A Story of a Boy and his Grandpa: In Memory of Sheldon Green
Sheldon Green of Boynton Beach, FL passed away the evening of Wednesday November 29th. Located in Portage, MI, his grandson (Jonah Weiner) , granddaughter, daughter (Allison Weiner) and son-in-law, wanted to
Is my child’s GPS unit allowed in school?
Question: I have a 5 year old ASD child that also has Apraxia of Speech (non verbal). He started Kindergarten this year and within the month he has been “lost”
On Board with Autism Offers Individuals with Autism and Their Families Test “Flight”
Delta Air Lines in Detroit along with Wayne County Airport Authority and Autism Alliance of Michigan hosted an “On Board with Autism” event on Saturday, October 21st. About 90 children
15 Year Old…Trouble Going to School
Question: I am having difficulty getting my 15 year old son to go to school. When the bus comes, he refuses to go to the bus and the bus only waits
Help with AAC Decisions–iPads, Core32, Proloquo2Go and more!
Question: My son is 4.5 years old and nonverbal. We have purchased an iPad mini for him but his “team” is having trouble getting on the same page regarding what to
October MiNavigator Newsletter
For our October issue, we felt it was a good time to provide some professional guidance and interpretation for Michigan’s new Seclusion and Restraint legislation – being implemented across the state this school year. Many of you may not realize the impact of these new laws, but for some parents who have experienced previously unfair (and in some cases, unsafe) practices of seclusion and restraint against their own child, the significance of this educational reform cannot be understated.
AAoM’s September MiNavigator Newsletter
Well, September is upon us. It is back to school time, change of seasons, busier daily schedules and of course, more stress. This month, we feature Tracey Cohen, who shares her story (and love) of running and how this activity has provided her with a healthy outlet for the challenges she has faced living with autism. It is truly inspiring and we hope you will take some lessons from Tracey. Additionally, we are always conscious that the start of the school year is a good opportunity for families (and providers) to be thinking long term – planning for a child’s future, not just for this year, but even multiple years down the road, when he/she will become a young adult. We hope you will share the information with families, working together in this planning process. Happy September!