by centerfor | May 28, 2021 | Advocacy, Awareness
On this Memorial Day, we remember all those who have died in service of our country. And we recognize the sacrifice of the hundreds and thousands who experience disabilities as a result of their service. Working with individuals and families who experience...
by centerfor | Apr 20, 2021 | Autism, Awareness
This April, in our Poetry Club, we learned all about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): What it is? What does it mean? We learned that people often see us in a different light. The theme was, “If all you see is my disability, you will miss…” Each...
by centerfor | Apr 8, 2021 | Awareness
April is Autism Awareness Month, and CFS is proud to support individuals with autism in leading meaningful and fulfilled lives! This year, the theme for World Autism Day is “Inclusion in the Workplace” particularly for individuals on the autism spectrum....
by centerfor | Mar 19, 2021 | Advocacy, Awareness
For #Women’s History + Development Disabilities Awareness Month #DDA month, we’re highlighting women who #choosetochallenge. This week, we’re sharing Stella Young’s amazing @TED Talk. CLICK HERE to watch the talk. Stella Young is a comedian and...
by centerfor | Nov 26, 2018 | Advocacy, Awareness
Not a label. Not a word. Not a derogatory term you heard. I’m a who. Same as you. Do you have a name? …Me too. I’m a mind. A heart. A personality. I’m an equal part of the overall we. I’m a him or a her. A he or a she. Who am I? I’m simply me. A person. Not a...
by centerfor | May 29, 2018 | Awareness, Life skills
Children with autism can lead happy and fulfilled lives when they have people helping them and teaching them proper life skills along the way. As children become older, it’s important to begin teaching these children how to take care of themselves, essential life...
