April is Autism Awareness Month

         

         What is Autism Awareness Month? Who is it for? Why should we have it? In today’s blog post I am going to answer these questions and inform everyone why it is so important. Autism Awareness month is not only for children with autism, but for their parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, extended family and friends. This is a day where the entire family can celebrate all of their accomplishments. For individuals with autism, they just want to laugh, be complimented; they want a connection to a friend and a chance to fit in. And we believe if people were aware of ones obstacles, they would want to know more and would even want to help.  

            On April 2nd, 2013 N.J. Elementary recognized World Autism Day by gathering all of the kids and teachers and blew bubbles in the parking lot. Not only this, but Cranford, N.J. went blue Tuesday in support of Autism awareness day, they wore blue attire to spread awareness.

             "All Americans should have the chance to live full, independent lives and follow their talents wherever they lead. This month, we recognize Americans with ASDs who are walking through doors of opportunity, and we recommit to opening them wider in the years ahead”, Barack Obama said.

"NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim April 2, 2013, as World Autism Awareness Day. I encourage all Americans to learn more about autism and what they can do to support individuals on the autism spectrum and their families."

Just remember that there is as many as "1 in 50 kids have autism which is much higher than decades ago. But there’s also new understanding of the disorder which has been good for kids who have it, Doctor Bruce Waslick at Baystate Medical Center says."

Therefore, don’t forget to help out children or adults who struggle daily with the challenges of autism. This doesn’t mean to stop helping after a month, but to always be a generous soul, a helping hand and someone to talk to. You can help make a difference! Stand up for what you believe in, don’t let people bully children or adults with autism or push them around. “Be the voice for people who don’t have one!”

                                                        "Keep calm and light it up blue"