News summaries for autism therapy: parent

definition of parent: A parent is a person, usually a mother or father, who takes care of a child. Parents can be biological or adoptive. Parents teach social, moral, and communication skills to their children. They are responsible for their well-being and education.
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Minnesota Airport Hosts Adjustment Events for Families with Autism, Summarized Apr 12, 2013

The Twin Cities Airport and the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) are presenting a program for families with autism to familiarize the kids and airport staff to travelling with autism. Navigating Autism occurs one Saturday each month when children and their families are shown the entire airplane boarding process. The focus is to prepare the children for potential sensory overload, lots of people, and loud noise. While practice doesn’t cover plane delays, parents are encouraged to have books, iPads, or other things their children like to do on hand.

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Mom of Kids on the Autism Spectrum Blogs about Autism Awareness, Summarized Apr 10, 2013

Joslyn Gray, mom of kids on the autism spectrum, wrote a great blog about what parents and neurotypical kids should know about autism. Gray talks about issues such as arm flapping, brains working differently, difficulty understanding facial expressions, socializing, and the fact that everyone is an important and unique individual. This would be a useful article to send to your friends, family, and child’s school.

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Orlando Arts Community Provides Creative Outlets for Children with Autism, Summarized Apr 8, 2013

Orlando Ballet, Orlando Museum of Art (OMA), and Orlando Repertory Theatre are conducting programs specifically for kids with autism and other special needs.... Parents are able to participate in arts events with their children and socialize with other families.

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Organization Provides Recreational and Social Activities for Kids on the Autism Spectrum, Summarized Apr 5, 2013

Autism Families CONNECTicut was started by parents looking for recreational and social activities for their youngsters with autism. They offer gymnastics, swimming, running, and Friday night teen programs. All activities are under supervision of an occupational therapist or other clinician. This means that kids learn motor skills and relation skills in addition to having a good time. In addition to youth activities, the organization provides a support network for parents, and activities for siblings. Jackie Procyk, one of the founders explained, “For me, I have a greater sense of community now and friendships and people I know I can call on.”

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