by Karen Millican | Jan 8, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism
Grief is an emotion that no one gets through life without experiencing, but did you know people with autism experience grief differently? The death of my best friend sparked a desire to understand grief and why my grieving process looks different from the neurotypical...
by Karen Millican | Jan 8, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism
What happens when purpose aligns with performance? Hiring autistic adults is one of those rare strategies where mission and metrics reinforce each other. An NIH Research study indicates that autistic employees possess strong attention to detail, are unbothered by...
by Karen Millican | Jan 6, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism
Travel can be one of life’s greatest joys, but airports, crowds, noises, lines, delays and new environments can be particularly overwhelming for adults on the autism spectrum. With a little planning, advocacy, comfort tools, and knowledge of available supports, your...
by Karen Millican | Jan 5, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism
For non-speaking adults with autism, emotional overload can build quickly and quietly. When feelings go unrecognized or misunderstood, frustration often shows up as shutdowns or meltdowns. The Zones of Regulation offers a simple, visual way to identify emotions early,...
by Karen Millican | Jan 2, 2026 | Day Program For Adults With Autism
For many parents of autistic adults, one of the deepest worries isn’t employment or independence, it’s loneliness. Friendships can be hard to form and even harder to maintain, especially when communication differences, anxiety, transportation, or sensory challenges...
