Daniel Landry knows firsthand what a difference employment supports can make. Landry, a 33-year-old who is on the autism spectrum, faced some challenges at his first jobs. He was capable of doing the work but needed a different way to learn the tasks. âA lot of times the employer doesnât understand autism or why youâre…
Triangle Run/Walk for Autism is a Family Affair
For the Ludwig family of Holly Springs, autism awareness is a family affair. Mason Ludwig, who was diagnosed with autism when he was 3, is now an âactive 11-year-old who loves YouTube, French fries, Mickey Mouse, and most of all, his family!â said his mother, Kelley Ludwig. âMasonâs brothers are both amazing advocates for spreading…
Guilford Team Gives Back at Greensboro Run/Walk for Autism
College is a time for young adults to learn more about the world around them and their place in it. Tom Carmean, head coach of the Guilford College menâs lacrosse team since 2010, wants to help the young men he works with gain perspective on people who are outside of their usual spheres. So last…
WNC Run/Walk for Autism is Chance to Share Their Story
Wyatt Ogden was not diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder until he was 7 years old. He had been referred for an autism evaluation by his preschool when he was 3, but he was high-functioning, and his parents did not want to limit him with a label. But Wyatt had some challenges in elementary school, and…
Raleigh Student Gives Time to Help Others
Editor’s update: As of fall 2019, Vibhu has raised a total of $10,253.40 to improve the lives of individuals with autism. This article was originally written in early 2017. At just 12 years old, Vibhu Kumar Subramani is a successful and innovative fundraiser for the Autism Society of North Carolina. Vibhu, who attends Carnage Middle…
TIPS Serves Adults with Autism
Serving others is obviously important to members of the Triangle Indian-American Physicians Society (TIPS); they are, after all, in health care. But serving outside of their chosen careers is also important to them. For years, members have volunteered their efforts and expertise at free clinics all around the Triangle and at a yearly free screening….
Gavinâs Gang Walks for Resources and Awareness
Gavin Beale didnât say his first word and screamed in frustration until after his third birthday. From the time he was about 10 months old, his parents, Jenny and Jason Beale of Greensboro, were very concerned about him. âIt was a very dark time because we didnât know what was going on with him,â…
WNC Run/Walk for Autism Inspires Pride
Jesse Trimbach is 28 and lives in his own apartment in Asheville. He uses public transportation to get to the Habitat for Humanity office, where he volunteers doing data entry. He takes pride in making his own meals and in being independent. Jesse was diagnosed with autism at 2Âœ years old. He was in…
Putting the âFunâ in Fundraiser
Itâs the middle of summer, and you have a bit of breathing room before the crazy round of activities cranks up again. Why not have a little fun and raise some money for people with autism and their loved ones at the same time? Weâve got some ideas to get you started: People…