Jan 02, 2025

Woodland CA parent fights district for special ed services

The pain of a parent witnessing their child struggle is immeasurable. For Meagen Reveles Kuntz, this anguish deepened when she realized her daughter, who depends on special education services, was stagnating and regressing academically. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) For...

Dec 14, 2024

Artist Spotlight: NineFingers finds healing and community through music and dodgeball

Meet NineFingers, a passionate musician known for his unique ability to blend various musical styles. At the tender age of 12, he’d pick up a guitar and play his heart out. However, one thing made him worry often—he had...

Dec 10, 2024

New Study Links Autism to Air Pollution Exposure

For the past 10 years, the Autism rate in the United States has risen by a staggering 175%. These rates have intrigued and concerned scientists, prompting many studies and research in order to understand the possible causes of this...

Nov 27, 2024

Modesto police one of the first agencies in California to use Carter Kits

The Modesto police department has been making positive strides lately. Did you know that Modesto police is one of the pioneering California organizations to implement “Carter Kits”? Carter Kits are specialized bags that contain sensory items aimed at providing...

Nov 01, 2024

Modesto Fire Department receives autism training certification

Here in California, one Fire department stands out for its progressive approach to Inclusion and disability services. The department is None Other than the Modesto Fire Department, which embarked on autism certification training as early as July. Modesto Fire...

Oct 21, 2024

California Autism Clusters Tied to Parents’ Education, Not Environment

As autism continues to be an area of intense study, it’s crucial to examine the myriad factors that may contribute to the prevalence of this disorder in specific geographic regions. Recent research, for example, has shifted focus toward socioeconomic...

Oct 13, 2024

Modesto police introduce new tool to assist people on the autism spectrum in emergencies

As any parent would attest, children’s emergencies can always quickly escalate and cause tension & distress. It can even be more overwhelming when dealing with a family member who has sensory sensitivities. In such situations, the best advice is...

Oct 02, 2024

Governor Newsom signs legislation to strengthen support, opportunities, and safety for Californians with disabilities

There are many clear markers to consider if looking forward to a more just society. For instance, protecting children in poverty, expanding state help, and increasing job opportunities for people with disabilities are among the most fundamental. These initiatives...

Sep 06, 2024

ADHD symptoms in autistic children linked to neighborhood conditions

Esteemed researchers from the UC Davis MIND Institute, Sacramento, have recently brought a new perspective to light by analyzing the correlation between neighborhood (or rather environmental factors) conditions and ADHD symptoms in both autistic and non-autistic children. Environment &...

Aug 22, 2024

Newsom must invest in disability service providers now

It’s commonly believed that parents should not have to outlive their children unless faced with a tragic circumstance. This belief becomes especially poignant seeing our children grow up with developmental disabilities to a point where they may rely on...