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The following hypothetical situation is based on observations from a recent visit to an Independent Apartment …
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Madison House Autism Foundation is excited to unveil a project that has been in the works for over a year now: the new …
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“Who Moves?” Part I: The Differences Between Shared Living and Adult Foster Care
"Who Moves?" is a two-part series that discusses the differences between Shared Living and a Family Host Home/Adult …
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New Book on Autism and Aging Considered a “Vital First Step”
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Neurodiverse Cohousing: What is it, and why does it matter?
AN OVERVIEW OF COHOUSING When I give presentations or consult for emerging housing options, I often hear that …
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Down Home Ranch: A Place Where People of All Abilities Can Be Ranchers
Driving through rural Texas, I didn’t know what to expect from a “farmstead.” There are mixed opinions in the autism …
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Public Comments at IACC Highlight Autism in Adulthood: Abuse Cases, Lack of Supports, and Inadequate Research
On January 12, 2016, Desiree Kameka, Director of Community Education & Advocacy at Madison House Autism Foundation, …
Why the Next “Empty Bed” Isn’t Enough for Adults with Disabilities
As a director at Madison House Autism Foundation, my search for insights, solutions, and direction in better serving …
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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 …
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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 …
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