A Heartfelt Recognition of Service: Rita Miceli Receives the Gerry Bloombeld Volunteer Award
Rita Miceli, a dedicated volunteer, has been honoured with the prestigious Gerry Bloombeld Volunteer Award from Autism Ontario. Her unwavering commitment to supporting autistic individuals and their families has made a significant impact on the community. Learn more about Rita's inspiring journey and the important work she does.
Celebrating a Milestone: Our Book Wins Gold at the Nonfiction Book Awards
We are thrilled to announce that our book has been honoured with a Gold award at the prestigious Nonfiction Book Awards! This recognition is not just a testament to the hard work and dedication that went into creating this book, but also a confirmation of the impact it has had on its readers.
Challenges of Raising a Child with Autism
In "Giaci and Me," Rita Miceli shares the peaks and valleys of her family's journey raising and supporting their son and brother Giaci, who was diagnosed as autistic at the age of two. As a mother, Miceli worked hard to teach her son many skills while as an educator for over 31 years, she's advocated to bring awareness to autism. Her memoir won the Best New Canadian Manuscript award and it is about finding joy, acceptance, and love in the challenges of her perfect, imperfect life. This story tells parents, friends and professionals that they are not alone and that autism can be worked with.
Insights and Inspirations: Rita Miceli on “The Commentary”
Recently, Rita Miceli graced the airwaves on “TheCommentary.ca,” sharing her poignant journey detailed in her book, "Giaci and Me." The interview offers a deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of raising an autistic child and how these experiences shaped her and her family's life.