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…
Run/Walk for Autism: A Day âI Can Just Be Me!â
Two years ago at the 2014 Triangle Run/Walk for Autism, 7-year-old Abigail was in tears after crossing the finish line. She told her worried mother that she was sad because she didnât win the race. Abigailâs parents explained to her that finishing first was not their goal. The little girl with autism took the lesson…
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…
Why I Run and Walk for Autism
Beverly Moore is Chair of the Board of Directors for the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC). This guest Blog includes her comments to the participants at the recent WNC Run/Walk for Autism where she shares why it is important for parents, family members, friends, and the community to support the annual ASNC Run/Walk for…
Run or Walk for Autism this fall
Editor’s Note – The following Blog article was written by Heather Hargrave, Development Associate and Run/Walk for Autism Coordinator. Lace up your running shoes and participate in the 2012 fall run/walks for autism and help us make a difference in the lives of over 60,000 individuals with autism in North Carolina. Regardless of the event…