Back to school has always been one of my favorite times of year (I’m a nerd, I know). As we enter the final stretch of …
How to Improve Employment for Those with Disabilities: Flexible Policy, Research, and Choices
In many states, policy is changing in an effort to improve life options for individuals with intellectual/developmental …
The Atlantic: Who Decides Where Autistic Adults Live?
One of Madison House Autism Foundation's priorities was recently highlighted in The Atlantic article 'Who Decides Where …
The Atlantic: Who Decides Where Autistic Adults Live?Read More
Featured Artist Diane Irby | Curator, Multidisciplinary Artist, Autism Advocate
Diane Irby is a multidisciplinary artist, autism advocate, and well-known curator who is very active within and …
Featured Artist Diane Irby | Curator, Multidisciplinary Artist, Autism AdvocateRead More
Ocate Cliffs Eco-Retreat: Autistics Creating Community and Enterprises
Star Ford is an autistic social entrepreneur who started Ócate Cliffs, an eco-retreat center located on 139 acres in the …
Ocate Cliffs Eco-Retreat: Autistics Creating Community and EnterprisesRead More
“What Next?” Social Media Campaign
Many of you saw or heard about Sunday's Dateline feature "On the Brink" that exposed the harsh realities of "aging out" …
Autistic Adults: Socially Impaired or Socially Different?
Many of us almost take it for granted that individuals with autism have fewer and poorer friendships than others. Even …
Autistic Adults: Socially Impaired or Socially Different?Read More
Desi’s Desk: AutHaven Autistic Retreat
Have you ever experienced an autistic space? If not, I highly suggest it! Vicki Gleitz is the autistic visionary behind …
Desi’s Desk: Exploring the World as a Neurodiverse Community
"Although we like to rock, we are not a rock-and-roll band. We are a wayfaring band, which means we are a group of …
Desi’s Desk: Exploring the World as a Neurodiverse CommunityRead More
VIDEO: Where Will 4.903 Million Individuals Live?
View the animation below to learn more about the current state of housing for those with autism and other …
National Legislation UPDATE: Autism CARES and the ABLE Act of 2013
We applaud the work of Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ) and Representative Michael Doyle (D-PA), their staff, and all …
National Legislation UPDATE: Autism CARES and the ABLE Act of 2013Read More
Study: 50% of Americans don’t recall the name of “that lady across the street”
By now, many of you have probably seen Brian Bethune’s article The End of Neighbors or coverage by The Today Show, TIME …
Study: 50% of Americans don’t recall the name of “that lady across the street”Read More
