by autismfamily | Apr 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Top 7 Ways to Celebrate Easter at Home with Your Child with Autism Holidays can be magical—but they can also be overwhelming, especially for our kids on the spectrum. At Autism Family Circus, we believe that Easter doesn’t have to be loud, chaotic, or filled with...
by autismfamily | Apr 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Best of Times, the Worst of Times: Navigating Summer with a Child on the Autism Spectrum For many families, summer brings a welcome break from the daily grind—no early morning alarms, no rushing out the door, and plenty of time for fun in the sun. For some parents...
by autismfamily | Oct 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
7 Tips for a Fun Halloween with a Child with Autism Halloween can be a fun but overwhelming time for children with autism due to sensory sensitivities, changes in routine, and social challenges. With a little planning, you can help your child enjoy the festivities. I...
by autismfamily | Aug 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Understanding the Difference Between a 504 Plan and an IEP in Special Education When it comes to providing support for students with disabilities, schools in the United States typically use two main tools: the 504 Plan and the Individualized Education Program (IEP)....
by autismfamily | Aug 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Sign Language & Autism Teaching sign language to a non-verbal autistic child can be a transformative experience, offering them a means of communication that enhances their ability to express needs, emotions, and thoughts. This approach acknowledges the...
by autismfamily | Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
We have been doing a lot of research on the subject of harmful stims. Chef Justin has started pulling the skin around his fingers and can’t tell us why. At first I thought it was just an hang nail but it kept happening. When he was small he suffered with alopecia and...