We we fortunate enough to get some time with Evan Copland who happens to have ASD to get the ins and outs of the challenges he has faced over the years and how it all led him to some national recognition though Frito-Lay Variety Packs Dreamvention Contest!
Tag: Employment
Thanking 3rd Party Fundraisers
With a passionate mission to raise expectations and expand opportunities for people touched by autism across the lifespan, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) relies on outside support from the greater… Read More Thanking 3rd Party Fundraisers
The Best Part…This Article is NOT About Autism
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At Work, With Autism
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Feel Good Friday: Alex’s Special Eats
Alex, our son, was diagnosed with autism 18 years ago. He is currently in a postsecondary autistic vocational program. Like his peers, he is now a 20-year-old adult facing a world of limited work options. Alex and many of his friends find great pleasure in focusing on food. As he has grown up, and through his vocational program, he has learned about recipes, food preparation and most recently, serving food. Food vending seems to bring together all of these skills and interests.
Autism Alliance of Michigan Navigates Employment with Ford
Autism Alliance of Michigan and Ford were featured on NBC Nightly News for their new initiative Ford Inclusive Works. Take a look at one of our success stories from the pilot program. Ford plans to expand this program to include 24 more individuals on the spectrum in 2017.
Autism Employment: Sparking Ideas and Extraordinary Results
Troy, Michigan Attorney Al Nelson, and Continental Services hosted local businesses and human resource service agencies along with the Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), to set forth together on a new path toward inclusion of individuals with autism and related disabilities in the employment world.
Help! 18 year old with ASD planning for post-high school life
Question: I am 18 years old and on the autism spectrum. With the help of curriculum modifications and accommodations provided to me under IDEA and §504 in high school, this June… Read More Help! 18 year old with ASD planning for post-high school life
AAoM Recognize’s Microsoft & SAP For Their Commitment To Employ Individuals With Autism
As we come to the close of National Disability Month, AAoM would like to recognize at least two national companies addressing the very discouraging statistic of 70-90% unemployment rates for… Read More AAoM Recognize’s Microsoft & SAP For Their Commitment To Employ Individuals With Autism
From Crain’s Detroit Business
As the father of a 31-year-old autistic son, Pat Kemp’s new role as executive director of a new effort housed at Oakland University to help adults with autism find employment… Read More From Crain’s Detroit Business