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Today we’d like to introduce you to Heidi Kershaw

Hi Heidi , we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?

St. George News, Stephanie Degraw

A Utah mom is advocating for more funding for those with autism and their caregivers while creating special eyeglasses for youth with the condition.

Heidi Kershaw is hosting community conversations to increase understanding and support. She told St. George News that many organizations in Southern Utah supports families with autism, but that the state could do more.

The GAC is hosting Safe Shopping for Special Needs at the Leonardo Museum on October 19. Located in the Human RIghts Gallery, this experience will combine fashion with community resources tailored for the uniquely-abled and their families.

International Business Times

His Excellency working with a Person of Determination who staffs a local company making goods.

At the beginning of May in Bethlehem, the founder of Autism Superhero Palestine prepared a large room in a community center for a day of painting and art. Autism families trickled in and found their own bin of art supplies and plenty of table space to bring their own creativity to life.

Research: Improvement of Language in Children with Autism with Combined Donepezil and Choline Treatment

On a worksheet filled out by a young student, the prompt asked, “When I’m 100 years old I will” - which led the pupil to answer, “Be dead.”

In Ukraine, the special needs population has greatly felt the effects of war. Olesia and her son, Fidor, have moved 14 times since Russian forces invaded Kiev, where they live.

Meet Lupe Lara, a paraeducator who can be found working in the Manhattan Beach Unified School District as a 1:1 aid for the success of high needs students.