Each summer at Camp Royall, Tommy Guthrie Johnson is all grins and giggles as he enjoys swimming, hiking, digging in the garden, and singing camp songs, silly motions and all. Tommy, who is 14, is âcomplex,â said his mother, Megan Johnson. âHeâs so challenging but so funny and smart and cuddly and loveable.â Megan adopted…
Racinâ for Greyson Ready to Inspire at Triangle Run/Walk for Autism
The Kidd family hasnât missed a single Triangle Run/Walk for Autism since 2007, the year Greyson was diagnosed. âYou want to be around other people who are experiencing what you are experiencing,â said his father, Kevin. Greyson was just 2 when he was diagnosed. He did not speak much or know how to interact with…
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…
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…
Triangle Run/Walk for Autism: ‘One of our Favorite Days of the Year’
The second Saturday in October is a special day to 9-year-old Seamus Millet. On his familyâs calendar, it is marked with a puzzle piece, and he counts down the days. Seamus, who was diagnosed with high-functioning autism just before his fifth birthday, is a veteran of the Triangle Run/Walk for Autism, the biggest fundraiser of…
HPU Lacrosse Team Steps Out to Improve Lives in Greensboro Run/Walk for Autism
The High Point University menâs lacrosse team has quickly established a winning tradition in the first four years of its existence, but for Triad families with autism, some of the teamâs off-the-field stats are what make the players outstanding: 4 years of participating in the Greensboro Run/Walk for Autism as a team 56 lacrosse players…