From Awareness to Acceptance: Empowering Kids and Teens Across the Autism Spectrum
April marks Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity and promote understanding and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum. Transitioning from autism awareness to acceptance involves a fundamental shift in mindset and approach. While awareness is important for understanding the existence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), acceptance goes beyond mere acknowledgment to em...
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Top 5 Reasons Why Specialized Day Camps are Beneficial for Children with Special Needs
Have you started thinking about summer activities for your child? With Spring around the corner, summer will be here before you know it, and early planning will allow your family time to carefully research and take proactive steps to explore and secure fulfilling summer activities for your child. If your child has special needs, you may find yourself wondering how to best provide them with a fulfilling and supportive experience during the break from school. Specialized day camps for children w...
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Building Bonds: Neurodiverse Girls and Their Path to Friendship
An interesting discovery in the area of autism reveals a significant underdiagnosis of autism among females. In fact, the prevalence remains at a ratio of four boys diagnosed for every one girl, and at our most recent Kids Like Me summer program, girls encompassed just 6% of the camper population.
Because girls are underdiagnosed with autism, their specific needs often go unmet. Socially, many young girls take part in “masking”— when individuals mimic social behaviors and interests to fit...
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The Benefit of After School Enrichment Programs
The Benefits of After School Enrichment Programs
When Kelani was six, she watched her grandmother sew quilts on an old-fashioned sewing machine and became fascinated. She asked her mother to teach her to sew and quickly her passion and skills grew. Kelani’s mother signed her up for a local sewing class after school-- this was what she needed to thrive in many areas.
While she had been a shy and anxious child, Kelani quickly found a group of peers who shared her interests and love...
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Why Choose a Specialized Camp for Your Child with Autism?
Summer camp: a place to have fun, enjoy recreation, sports, arts and crafts, and make new friends. But for children with autism and other developmental challenges, the prospect of attending camp may be daunting. That’s why we at The Help Group’s Kid’s Like Me have created specialized camps for children and teens with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental challenges where campers can enjoy a sense of belonging.
But why choose a specialized camp?
Laurie Stephens, the Senior D...
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