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Sensory Friendly Holiday events

Holidays can be stressful and overwhelming for Special Needs families, individuals with different sensory processing abilities can become easily overstimulated given larger crowds, lights, music, and the temptation of toys. Retail and organizations across our state are becoming increasingly aware of the struggles facing families, as a result more Sensory Friendly activities and events are available.

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Who’s In Your Corner?

Autism is a fight. It’s a lifetime of twelve rounds on repeat. With each set of rounds, a different opponent emerges. You’re gonna get knocked down, you’re gonna get bruised, and you’re gonna want to throw in the towel. Battling alone, failure is almost certain. This is why it’s essential to have a strong team in your corner.

Welcome To The MiNavigator Newsletter!

All of us at AAoM are so pleased to bring you this first newsletter which we plan to distribute monthly. Given the many statewide initiatives and reform efforts which we have collectively navigated over the past several years, combined with new, innovative projects, community events, and other developments, we felt a more regular means of communication was essential to keeping you informed. We are also hoping this communication will serve as an effective tool for service providers, as well, in keeping the autism community informed of your own developments, program offerings, and events, as a way to better reach our families across the state.

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Elisabeth Berry, Young Professionals Board Chair, to be Recognized as Distinguished Volunteer

ASSOCIATION OF FUNDRAISING PROFESSIONALS (AFP) GREATER DETROIT CHAPTER TO RECOGNIZE ELISABETH BERRY AS DISTINGUISHED VOLUNTEER AT 25TH ANNUAL NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY DINNER

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5 Tips for a Successful Autism-Friendly Halloween

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The Michigan ABLE Act

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Michigan Department of Education Survey will Collect Input for Meeting Federal Grant Obligations

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AAoM’s GPS Program Gives Parents Peace Of Mind

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

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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