ABOUT

Autism Hangout's "Reason for Being:"

Today, autism associations (and their web sites) primarily focus efforts on finding CAUSES and CURES for autism.  That’s great!  But there are 12 to 17 million caregivers looking for daily insights on how to assist those living with autism.   AUTISM HANGOUT provides the Autism Community with an online resource that compiles news, knowledge and personal experiences on how best to thrive with autism.

 

What is Autism Hangout?
AUTISM HANGOUT is an online discussion forum that reports news, complies facts and community-submitted personal experiences and invites ongoing discussion to discover insights on how best to deal with the daily challenges of autism.

AUTISM HANGOUT is a dedicated resource serving the autism community, defined as:
a.   Parents of children with autism
b.   Children and adults with autism
c.   Caregivers to the individual with autism such as siblings, grandparents, other relatives, teachers, classmates, doctors, clergy, care providers, community service professionals (i.e. policemen and firemen), neighbors and product and services providers wanting to service this community
d.   The media at large

AUTISM HANGOUT is a compendium of community-reported reviews of products and services.  Reviews serve as both recommendations and warnings.  Product and service businesses are invited to join in discussions to learn how their offerings can best serve the autism community.

AUTISM HANGOUT is also a social networking opportunity – similar to myspace – that invites autism community members (i.e. caregivers as well as those with autism) to get to know and learn from each other.  Groups of those sharing similar interests can also be formed.