Witnessing the most heartwarming moment of Mum & son at our Laps for Love event! The pure joy is absolutely contagious! It’s moments like these that remind us why we come together to support such an important cause. Let’s keep spreading the love and making a difference!
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Huge thanks to everyone who came to our ‘Laps for Love’ event! It was an incredible day filled with community spirit and support. Check out this video showcasing the highlights – from energetic laps to heartwarming smiles. Your participation helps us continue providing vital resources and opportunities for individuals with autism. Let’s keep the momentum going!
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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made Laps for Love 2025 such a success! ✨ Yesterday was incredible, and we’re thrilled to announce we raised a total of $44,647! 🎉
This wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing community:
* To everyone who walked, ran, rolled and brought the positive vibes – you’re the best!
* To our generous donors, your support is life-changing.
* To our incredible sponsors, thank you for believing in our cause and helping us create a memorable day.
* And to our wonderful volunteers, your hard work and dedication made everything run smoothly.
Laps for Love is all about celebrating and supporting the neurodiverse community, and yesterday was a true testament to that. Thank you for being a part of it! ❤️
Throwing it back to our amazing Equal Access for Autism Gala! 🎉 We’re so grateful for our incredible volunteers, generous donors, and everyone who supports our community. Your dedication makes a real difference! ❤️ #EqualAccessForAutism #CommunitySupport #ThankYou
Throwing it back to our amazing Equal Access for Autism Gala! 🎉 We’re so grateful for our incredible volunteers, generous donors, and everyone who supports our community. Your generosity makes a real difference! ❤️ #EqualAccessForAutism #CommunitySupport #ThankYou
Reliving the magic of our Equal Access for Autism gala! ✨ A night of unity, support, and celebration. Thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable!#autismcommunity #autism #equalaccessforautism #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismsupport #differentnotless #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #equalaccess #galamemories
Introducing “Before We Go”: Empowering Families with Autism Through Visual Stories
Meet Sanjaya, a dedicated father who understands the challenges of preparing his non-verbal son, Vinuk, for daily activities. Like many parents of children with autism, Sanjaya needed a quick and effective way to show Vinuk what to expect before heading out. This need led him to create “Before We Go,” an innovative app designed to simplify the process of creating social stories.
“Before We Go” allows parents to quickly generate visual schedules using photos, helping children with autism understand and anticipate upcoming events. The app is designed to be user-friendly, enabling parents to create stories on their phones in moments, addressing the common issue of time constraints. Whether it’s a trip to the dentist or a visit to the park, “Before We Go” helps reduce anxiety and promote smoother transitions by providing a familiar visual guide. Sanjaya collaborated with Vinuk’s speech therapist to ensure the app meets the specific needs of children with autism, incorporating features like a calendar view for those who understand weekly schedules and a streamlined day view for daily activities. “Before We Go” is more than just an app; it’s a tool that empowers parents to plan their week, schedule activities, and reuse stories, making every outing a little easier and a lot more predictable for their children.
Wow, what a night! We want to thank everyone who turned our EAFA Las Vegas-themed gala into a spectacular success! We're so grateful for all the incredible support from setting up to donating amazing auction items, and to everyone who sang, danced, and bid with such enthusiasm! Your generosity will make a real difference!
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IDENTITY-FIRST OR PERSON-FIRST?
Autistic Person
“Autistic” describes a person’s identity.
Puts the focus on accepting autism as part of the person.
Many autistic people prefer this.
Emphasises that autism is an integral part of who they are, not something separate.
Person with Autism
“Autism” describes a condition someone has.
The person is separate from the diagnosis.
Some people prefer this.
Some feel it avoids defining a person solely by their diagnosis.
Important Note: Preferences vary widely within the autistic community. It’s always best to ask individuals what they prefer.
We’re thrilled to announce that Peter Cornell, a gifted self-taught fine artist, has generously donated an original painting to Equal Access for Autism (EAFA)! Peter’s dedication to using his art for meaningful causes is truly inspiring. His painting will be proudly displayed at the Haven in Preston when our centre opens later this year.
Peter’s art is driven by a desire to uplift charities and transform lives, and we’re incredibly grateful that he chose to support EAFA. To see more of Peter’s amazing work, click on the link /petercornellart?igsh=MWh6cTkxdm83eG92cA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Thank you, Peter, for your incredible support!
