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Database Directory of Resources

You asked, and we listened!

Due to popular demand, we're building an accessible directory of resources and services to better support our community. We know how important it is to have the right information at your fingertips, so this directory will make it easier than ever to find the help you need in your region

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Whether you're searching for local services, support groups, or specialized programs, you'll be able to quickly access the right resources in your region. Our goal is to create a meaningful and user-friendly tool that truly makes a difference.

Stay tuned for updates as we continue developing this valuable resource—we can’t wait to share it with you!

Event

Autism Acceptance Night at New Jersey NHL Game

We’re thrilled about the upcoming New Jersey Devils NHL game on Monday, March 31 as it’s Autism Acceptance Night!  The event aims to create a sensory-friendly environment for the autistic community. The Devils are making sure you and your family have an amazing experience with thoughtful accommodations for individuals with autism.

Recognizing that crowding can be overwhelming for persons with Autism, there will be a special designated entrance, open 30-minutes prior to when the regular doors will be open.  Trained staff will be on hand at the special entrance.

A designated sensory room equipped with different fidgets will be available throughout the night at the Prudential Center, offering a safe spot for those who are part of the Autism community.  The room will feature low lighting, controlled temperature and calm music.  Sensory Kits will be provided in the sensory room and will also be available at Guest Services stations.  In addition, there will be lowered arena bowl/lighting effects and low noise introductions.

Show Your Support

Buy a “New Jersey Devils” Sensory Night T-Shirt

Show your support for the Autism Today Foundation Mission with a NJ Devils T-shirt, available in many colors!

• Heavyweight cotton t-shirt
• Durable staple product with classic fit
• Relaxed style made for everyday and casual wear
• Seamless double-needle collar
• Double-needle sleeve and bottom hems 
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton 
• Taped neck and shoulders for durability

Article from an Autism Today Foundation Board Member

Supporting Autistic Adults: A Mother’s Call for Change

Rita Miceli highlights the struggles faced by many autistic individuals and their families, particularly the drastic drop in support services once a child reaches adulthood.

As the mother of a nonverbal autistic son, she expresses her deep concerns about his future, especially when she and her husband are no longer able to care for him. She emphasizes that every autistic person has unique needs, yet families are left to navigate a confusing and inadequate system on their own. 

The lack of financial aid, employment opportunities, and housing options creates additional stress, making it even harder for families already carrying significant emotional and financial burdens.

Rita is a Board Member of the Autism Today Foundation. A life-long educator and a long-time advocate for autism awareness, she is a mother of four and a contributor to the international bestselling book "Ambitious Women Rise: The Amazing Stories of Women Overcoming Obstacles and Creating the Life of Their Dreams." With over three decades of educational experience, Rita teaches in the Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Program at St. Clair College in Ontario.

Autism from the Soul 

Know that You're Not Alone

Jeannette shares her journey of raising her son, who struggled with obsessive-compulsive behaviors and developmental challenges until an autism diagnosis provided much-needed clarity.

Through years of advocacy, they found ways to support him, helping him express his intelligence and emotions. Now in college, he has learned to self-advocate and pursue his passions, proving that autism is not a limitation but a different way of experiencing the world. 

The story offers hope and encouragement to others navigating similar journeys.

Share your story, image or video here. We'd love to hear from you!

Autism from the Soul 

Kids Say the Darnedest Things

My son Hunter was born with a rare chromosome disorder, making it harder for him to learn and communicate, but he is the most loving child. When my daughter Brooke was five, she asked why Hunter was different, and I explained it in a way she could understand. Later, at a salon, she saw a man with special needs speaking loudly like Hunter and sweetly said, “He must be missing a chromosome too!”—a moment of pure understanding I will never forget.

Share your story, image or video here. We'd love to hear from you!

Autism from the Soul 

The Love of a Sister

When my twins were three, we learned that my son, Dean, had autism. It was overwhelming at first, but we jumped into action, enrolling him in therapies and a special-needs preschool—where his sister, Julianne, happily tagged along, always looking out for him. 

One day, after buying autism awareness t-shirts, Julianne asked what a "cure" for autism meant, and when I explained, she simply said, “But Mommy, I like Dean just the way he is.” In that moment, I realized that while autism was part of our journey, so was unconditional love—and I wouldn’t change a thing.

Share your story, image or video here. We'd love to hear from you!

Summer Camps

Camp Artism: A Place to Shine!

Every artist deserves a space to create, connect, and grow. That’s why the House of Artists Foundation is hosting Camp Artism – a life-changing experience filled with creativity, skill-building, and confidence-building opportunities.

CALM Compass

Self-Paced Parenting Course Designed for ASD

Raising a child with ASD comes with unique challenges, and the CALM Compass is here to help. The CALM Compass is a self-paced online program designed to support parents and caregivers with practical tools and expert guidance

Through short videos, worksheets, tools, and real-life scenarios, the program provides clear, practical guidance for everyday situations.

The program offers direct how-to strategies, complete with examples and explanations, to help address the many challenges children with ASD face daily.

The CALM Compass is structured around four key directions (modules):

CONNECT, ARTICULATE, LIFT, and MOVE. 

Each module focuses on essential skills and strategies, such as:

• Responding effectively to meltdowns
• Preparing for and managing potential challenges
• Supporting smooth transitions in daily life

Developed by Mitch Leppicello, LICSW, a Certified Autism Specialist with over 30 years of experience in mental health services for individuals with ASD, this program equips caregivers with the tools they need to foster growth, resilience, and success.

Build & Nourish 

Natural Supplements for ASD Support

Are you struggling with focus, sensory overload, or mood swings? Neuro Nutritionals has developed supplements specifically designed for the neurodivergent community. 

The 'Build & Nourish' formula helps reduce brain inflammation with sulforaphane and other essential nutrients, including vitamins B, D3, and K2. It also incorporates nervines—herbs and compounds that promote calmness in the brain and nervous system—while enhancing clarity, focus, and concentration.

The approach is built on scientific research and a commitment to enhancing quality of life. Embrace a simple yet powerful path to balance, vitality, and ease with personalized, holistic care.

Books for You

Vibrant Storybook Celebrates Life Through Different Lens

Oh, Tal! Not Today. is a heartwarming storybook by Tal Anderson, an autistic actor (Netflix's Atypical) and advocate for authentic representation. Illustrated by autistic artist Michael Richey White, the book highlights the power of storytelling in fostering understanding and kindness.

The story follows Tal and her cat, Winnie, as she navigates the world in her own unique way. Though she doesn’t speak much, her creativity and independence shine. As her parents gain a new perspective, they learn that things aren’t always as they seem.

Perfect for young readers, parents, and educators, this uplifting book celebrates individuality and embracing one’s own way of doing things.

Books for You

From Struggle to Strength

A Father's Journey with Autism

and the Power of Hope and Positivity

Harry Psaros wasn’t always the dad he is today. Like many fathers, he struggled to accept his child’s autism diagnosis—too stubborn, too caught up in what he thought fatherhood should be. But over time, he realized that his son Gus needed him to step up, not step back.

In From Struggle to Strength, Harry opens up about his journey, sharing the mistakes he made, the lessons he learned, and how embracing his role transformed not just his son's life, but his own. He hopes other dads can see themselves in his story and understand that accepting and supporting a child on the spectrum isn’t a weakness—it’s the greatest strength of all.

** From Struggle to Strength is the winner of a 2024 International Impact Book Award in the Life Experiences - Real-Life Accounts category. **

Special Event: Mark it on your Calendar: June 14, 2025

A special free event featuring Harry Psaros, author of "From Struggle to Strength" on Fathers' Day weekend, Saturday, June 14. Watch for updates and details.

Talk to someone who truly understands

Connect with Your Communities

Sometimes, you just need to talk to someone who truly understands. Whether you’re looking for advice, sharing experiences, or learning from others, our secure Communities platform is here for you.

It connects autistic individuals, families, caregivers, educators, and professionals—fostering support, connection, and meaningful conversations.

Communities include

• Connecting Parents to Parents
• Connecting Professionals to Professionals
• Connecting Teachers to Teachers
• Connecting Autistic & Neurodiverse Individuals to Each Other
• Connecting All to Each Other

Watch this video to learn how to sign up

Event

Autistic Soccer Kids from USA Making History in Japan

Join us in supporting an enthusiastic soccer team of 14 autistic children from Miami as they travel to Hiroshima, Japan this April 2025 to compete in the prestigious Genius Cup!

As the first-ever US participants in this esteemed international event, the Autism Soccer squad is thrilled to showcase their gifts, strengths, talents and spirit of their incredible athletes on a global stage.  The international event conveys the importance of peace to the world through soccer, making friends and spending enjoyable time together.

The team, along with their parents, will arrive in Hiroshima on March 30th. In addition to playing soccer, the team will have the opportunity for sightseeing in Hiroshima and surrounding areas. The Japan Development Support Soccer Association (JDSA), the host organization, offers a unique soccer training program tailored to children with developmental disabilities, guidied by the philosophy “Consider disabilities as individuality through soccer”.

Founded in 2012 by Oscar Amuz, Autism Soccer was created to address  the lack of spaces for the integration and development of individuals with autism within the framework of American society and worldwide. 

Join the Autism Today Foundation in supporting this special team.

What is Autism Today? 

Watch this video and learn more.

Did you know that in 1996 1:100,000 children were diagnosed with Autism?  Today that ratio is to 1:44 children. Having the tools, supports and resources are vital for our communities.  Watch this video and learn more.

Quote of the Day

“We need to have kindness in this world, we need to have peace in this world, and we need to have forgiveness in this world.”

 – Mike DiMauro

Mike is an advocate for autism awareness and is on a mission to deliver Uber Eats in every U.S. state while inspiring others on the spectrum to explore the world. Diagnosed with autism at 22, he turned his passion for travel into a career, promoting independence and inclusion while sharing his story through advocacy, public speaking, and social media.

Show Your Support! 

Shop the Autism Today store

With the re-launch of our Shopify store comes a new line of clothing and accessories that allow customers to show their support and spread the word of our incredible cause. 

100% of the proceeds from every purchase go directly to supporting Autism Today Foundation initiatives and our valued partners.

Every item you buy makes a difference in the lives of neurodiverse individuals, including people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Show Your Support

Help us with our research

Your support helps us with our autism and neurodiversity research towards effective health interventions, education for sensory and social skills training, job support and learning through art and music.

Our Mission: To provide a spectrum of solutions that empowers those impacted by autism and neurodiversity to be better seen, heard, understood, valued and appreciated for who they are and to showcase their strengths, gifts and talents so the world can see that greatness exists in everyone.

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