They are prepared by Autism Hangout Staff Reporters as well as the newsmakers themselves (i.e. guest columnists, researchers, dignitaries/notables and interested Autism Hangout members).

All SPECIAL REPORTS have links to threads in the Discussion Forum (if you'd care to share your experience or insights with others).

"Any fact facing us is not as important as our attitude toward it, for that determines our success or failure."

Norman Vincent Peale

"Mi-Stories from Kencrest Services" - Meet Director Debbie Lord

Meet Debbie Lord, director and producer of a wonderful, educational program series called Mi-Stories.

Mi-Stories™ are videos that can be viewed on an iPod or DVD, designed to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The videos present models of behavior and language skills that are appropriate in specific situations.

For more info: www.kencrest.org/mi-stories

Discuss this in the forums

Posted on 3/26/2010 10:31:12 AM by cevans

Meet Rachel Rudman - Designer of Grasshopper Preschool Prep Kits	Weighted Vests for our Special Kids (and Adults) - Introducing Stitches by Anne
The iPad and Autism: One Family's Story of Success.	Introducing Fun and Function (dotcom) - An Autism Hangout Farmers Market Member
Introducing Black Barn Bakery - A Member of the Autism Hangout Farmers Market	Autism Websites: Resources and Information - Mark Wirbel for Autism Hangout (dotcom)
"Model Me Kids" Social Skills videos by Sue Klein	Coming soon! The Autism Hangout "Education Section" - A Call for Content!
Autism and grades: Measures of ability...or disability?	An "Attitude of Gratitude" - An Autism Hangout Special Report

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Coming Soon: The Autism Hangout Farmer's Market

"I’m inviting small businesses – mostly families that originally assembled a product or service to meet THEIR loved one’s need – to come and tell us about their solutions. These are NOT big brands. These are NOT products you’re likely to find in your own neighborhood. But you will find them in online communities that share your special interest… or need… like Autism Hangout." "I’m THRILLED to be able to invite people building quality autism products and services to our community table. In fact, I’m pulling out the chair for them. I hope you stop by, check out their offerings and extend the same welcome… maybe even sample of couple of their products." "Thanks for being a part of the Autism Hangout community, folks. Together – with our new Farmer’s Market – we’re even closer to all learning to Thrive with Autism!!" Craig Evans Founder - Autism Hangout (dotcom)

Posted on 8/12/2010 10:56:57 AM

Connecting With Your Asperger Partner - Meet author Louise Weston

Neurotypical Louise Weston has an excellent relationship with her Asperger husband Graham. She'll be the first to tell you it required work. But she's equally as quick to tell you, others can experience the same level of satisfaction in marriage, if one chooses to work on it. Louise has compiled a book on her experiences and insights as well as those from others in similar relationships. The end product - "Connecting With Your Asperger Partner: Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy" - is chocked full of tips, advice and hope.

Posted on 8/4/2010 4:45:12 PM

Partners in Excellence - An Autism Therapy Center. Meet owner/operator Deb Thomas

I went on the road to Burnsville, MN today to visit an Autism Therapy Center I’ve been hearing a lot about. The company is called Partners in Excellence. It’s dedicated to helping equip our special kids for the world in which they live… and it’s been achieving success. It’s run by a vibrant, positive, dedicated woman named Deb Thomas. In this Autism Hangout Special Report, I let her tell you the story.

Posted on 7/28/2010 9:32:24 AM

"Developing College Skills in Students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome"

Many of our special kids will have the chance to go to college. But as parents will tell you, getting in isn’t the only challenge… or, in some cases, the REAL CHALLENGE. Staying in school requires new skills. Learning and practicing the right skills and disciplines will assure our students a successful college experience. Today’s autism expert - Dr. Sarita Freedman - has just written the book on this subject. It’s called: "Developing College Skills in Students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome."

Posted on 7/20/2010 3:24:06 PM