Autism Therapy: rural

definition of rural: Typically an area outside a town or city limits, and many times involving agricultural use.

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Walk a Mile in their Shoes: Implementing Family-Centered Care in Serving Children and Families Affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder
Topics in Language Disorders, by Beatson, JE, published in 2008, summarized Aug 28, 2009

Applied family-centered practice may be helpful for children with autism and their families during speech and language therapy.

Applied family-centered practice is a specific intervention developed in the late 1980s that encourages therapists to include parents and families as part of the therapy program. Families are encouraged to participate and collaborate with therapists. This article describes the experiences of the Vermont Rural Autism Project. This project was a 3-year project that started as a family-centered program with specially-trained speech therapists. The author described challenges and successes using the program. The authors note that it was hard to work with some families who were criticizing or not helping. Some families had complex relationships that were challenging for the therapists. The author also told stories of therapists and families who connected in special ways that helped the child a lot.


Access to Care for Autism-Related Services
J Autism Dev Disord, by Thomas, KC, Ellis AR, McLaruin C., Daniels J., and Morrisey JP, published in 2007, summarized Dec 13, 2007

Families who have the most stress are most likely to use autism services.

This study was designed to see what types of families are most likely to use autism services (therapy, medical care, support groups, etc.). The study was based in North Carolina in a service system that is thought of as quite good for children with autism. The study looked at only families who were getting services and who agreed to complete the survey that was the basis of the study. The study found that the most autism services are used when the child is between the ages of 5 and 8 years old. The families who received the fewest services were racial and ethnic minorities, those living in rural areas, and those with limited schooling.


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Pennsylvania Identifies Most Common Unmet Need for Children with Autism

Feb 7, 2012

A study of 3,500 adults with autism and caregivers found that social skills training is the most common unmet need for people with autism. The study also found a high unemployment/underemployment rate for adults with autism. The researchers were able to discover what was lacking and what was working in terms of autism intervention in Pennslyvania. David Mandell, associate director, Center for Mental Health Policy and Services Research, explained that the research results show where state resources should be directed. For example, children with autism in rural areas are less likely to receive the same professional therapies as children who live in cities. The study did show that families are waiting less time for their child's diagnosis. However, it appears that difficulties still remain in diagnosing adults with autism. Lindsay Lawer, project director and study co-author stated, "The insight provided by these individuals and families offers valuable awareness of the system successes and failures upon which Pennsylvania and the nation can build."

Read original article: New Report Examines Autism Needs for Patients and Families in Pennsylvania


Cooperatives Provide Assistance to Rural Families with Autism

Aug 30, 2011

We have written about the difficulties that some rural families with autism have in finding nearby therapies and special education resources. In an Oklahoma community, two cooperatives have formed to provide services to a number of schools for less than the cost the schools could provide services themselves. Services provided by the Cherokee County Cooperative and the Cherokee County Interlocal Cooperative include: special education teacher salaries, speech and language therapy, visual therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and a host of other opportunities for kids with special needs.

Read original article: Cooperatives Provide Key Resources to Rural Schools


Autism Support for Rural Families

Aug 2, 2011

The McGee Autism Center (MAC) in Missouri provides support to rural families of kids with autism. Mary McGee started the center from her kitchen table where she fielded questions from rural parents of kids with autism looking for local support, including schooling and therapies. Many families had to drive several hours for services. MAC started small, but recently opened a 10,000 square foot center in a former church; it serves 150 kids within an eight-country area. Parents can begin with autism basics class, which they can learn about signs, symptoms, and intervention. In addition there are parent and sibling support groups. Most importantly, the parents find that they are not the only family who has a child with autism.

Read original article: Center Fills Need for Rural Families Struggling with Autism


One Family with Autism Helps Others with Financial Struggles

Jun 15, 2011

When Jodi and Keith Malec’s son Jacob was diagnosed with autism and cognitive impairments, they found themselves in the financial world of therapies and treatment. As Keith says, “It’s like having a child in college from birth for the rest of their lives.” Friends and relatives helped them out financially with fundraisers, so to pay it forward, they started Friends of Jacob Foundation. The Foundation does the best it can to give grants to families in need. One recipient was Bobby Dugar, a single dad with an 11 year-old son with autism. The Foundation grant money provided a therapeutic swing as well as an iPad that allows Ryan to communicate. The foundation operates on a volunteer basis and have long term goals that include a large rural ranch for adults with autism.

Read original article: Friends of Jacob Foundation Helping Special Needs Kids


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Dec 28, 2009 by Anonymous

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Modern Uses


Sacha Inchi oil production is increasing in the Peruvian Amazon and is gaining international recognition for its taste and health properties. In June 2007, Sacha Inchi oil won the Médalle D'or (Gold Medal) at the AVPA[1] Specialty Foods Commodities competition. Sacha Inchi has been called a super food because of its high content of essential fatty acids. The oil has a mild flavour, not bitter, with a nutty finish. With new research emphasizing the health benefits of Omega fatty acids, interest in sustainable sources of Omega is increasing. Sacha Inchi oil is used in vegetarian diets to provide a plant source for Omega-3 fatty acids.


Humanitarian group Oxfam and a group called SEPAR are collaborating to develop techniques for growing Sacha Inchi. Used as a cash crop, Sacha Inchi is bringing money to rural areas and allowing indigenous groups like the Ashaninka to stay in villages.[


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