A Heartfelt Thank You to Indigo and All Who Came!
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Indigo and everyone who attended last Saturday’s book signing for 'Giaci and Me.' Your support, sharing of personal stories, and genuine connections made this event truly unforgettable.
Unlocking Potential: Creating Inclusive Workplace Opportunities for Autistic Individuals
More and more companies are recognizing the value of neurodiversity in the workplace and actively seeking autistic adults to join their teams. Society needs to recognize the value and capabilities of autistic adults and provide them with the same opportunities as everyone else. A neurodivergent may need certain accommodations to succeed, such as a quiet workspace, clear instructions, and understanding from coworkers. Everyone deserves the chance to pursue their passions and achieve their goals, regardless of the neurotype. The possibilities are endless when given the opportunity.
A Call to Action
EVERY AUTISTIC CHILD IS DIFFERENT, and every autistic adult is different. There are no two cases the same, so their needs must be addressed individually with consultation from their loved ones. I know this firsthand because I am the mother of an autistic adult son.
Raising my son, Giaci
Raising a child with Autism was not what I imagined for myself when I walked down the aisle over 27 years ago. The thought had never crossed my mind that the children of two well-educated people would be anything other than above average. And, at first, it seemed as though it would be that way. We were blessed to have had four children, all within three and a half years of age; my oldest daughter, Lauren, my son, Giaci and then twin daughters, Carolina and Maria Rosa. For the first year and a half of my son’s life, everything seemed fine. He met all his developmental marks on time or before, but by the time he was two, it became apparent that something had gone horribly wrong.