The “Higher Functioning” path by Jenni

This is my story about being a woman with Asperger’s Disorder. I always knew I was different somehow, as all little kids can tell when something is different, but nobody knew what exactly it was. Before 2nd grade, I was just some odd kid who could read above grade level and had some fears of [...]

Adults with Autism

When people with disabilities reach the age of 21 they leave a system of entitlement and enter a system of eligibility. The entitlement system is the public education system supported by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) which entitles people with disabilities to support and a free and appropriate education. The eligibility system involves [...]

Very Cool…Sean Delaney Song – Take a listen

I found this cool music video by Sean Delaney who is a musician and also works with adults with Autism in New York. This song really speaks to the younger generation about how we all need to open our eyes to the world of autism and disability awareness. It really wasn’t too long ago that [...]

Nobody Nowhere

About a year ago I read an amazing book titled “Nobody Nowhere” by Donna Williams. She is a woman with autism who in this book relates her experiences beginning from her childhood. It is an amazing book and I would recommend it to anyone. It’s a little gritty in parts, but isn’t that just life? [...]