Autism spectrum

Author Shares Powerful Journey Living With His Son's Autism and Amazing Life Miracles Along the Way

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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HARRISONBURG, La., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author Tim Calhoun shares his special journey of abundant miracles in Autism and Seven Miracles ($17.99, paperback, 9781662889127; $7.99, e-book, 9781662889134).

Key Points: 
  • Xulon Press presents a thought-provoking story about seven miracles sure to be appreciated by anyone looking for God and inspiration with autism.
  • HARRISONBURG, La., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author Tim Calhoun shares his special journey of abundant miracles in Autism and Seven Miracles ($17.99, paperback, 9781662889127; $7.99, e-book, 9781662889134).
  • God.
  • Readers will appreciate this writing, discovering how God worked through doctors, family, friends, prayer and music in Calhoun's life.

MIDWEST AUTISM & THERAPY CENTERS LAUNCHES HOME-BASED PROGRAM TO EXPAND ACCESS TO AUTISM SERVICES IN THE DES MOINES REGION

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In September of 2022, Midwest launched its first two centers in Iowa, and throughout the past year, their clinicians have been providing center-based, early intervention therapy for children aged 2-6 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). One year later, in September of 2023, to accommodate the growing number of families looking for early intervention services, two additional locations in Ankeny and Waukee opened their doors. The organization is now hoping to address another significant need in the community—ABA therapy for children over age 6—by adding home-based services to its portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • Just one year after Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers (MATC) opened their first offices in Altoona and West Des Moines, MATC is expanding its presence with new center locations in Ankeny and Waukee, plus the addition of home-based therapy services.
  • The organization is now hoping to address another significant need in the community—ABA therapy for children over age 6—by adding home-based services to its portfolio.
  • "At best, that child is going to receive five therapy hours per week, when realistically, they probably need 15-20.
  • Caregivers interested in receiving services can submit a request at midwestautismservices.com to be connected with Midwest's enrollment team.

Tech Industry Making Progress Building Diverse Teams and Prioritizing Personalized Career Progression, According to hackajob's Latest Industry Report

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- hackajob, the full stack technical hiring platform, today released its industry report: "Unveiling Emerging Tech Talent Trends in 2024 and Beyond." The results outline several tech talent recruiting and career development themes. Amongst emerging trends, a highlight is the increased importance organizations are placing on diversity, equity, and inclusion as they build their tech teams and foster ongoing career progression.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- hackajob , the full stack technical hiring platform, today released its industry report: "Unveiling Emerging Tech Talent Trends in 2024 and Beyond."
  • The results outline several tech talent recruiting and career development themes.
  • Amongst emerging trends, a highlight is the increased importance organizations are placing on diversity, equity, and inclusion as they build their tech teams and foster ongoing career progression.
  • In 2023, the demand for tech talent remained high despite the economy.

TalentLMS Announces the Winners of the Inaugural Training Excellence Awards

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TalentLMS is thrilled to announce the winners of its first-ever Training Excellence Awards.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TalentLMS is thrilled to announce the winners of its first-ever Training Excellence Awards.
  • The Top Training Program was awarded to the most impactful program for each of three training use cases: employee training, customer training, and partner training.
  • Top Training Program for Customer Training - Winner: SideFX Software
    SideFX Software, which develops the Houdini software package, utilized TalentLMS to empower 6,000 customers and product end-users globally.
  • For more information on the Training Excellence Awards, the winners, and the finalists, please visit https://www.talentlms.com/training-excellence-awards .

Novel AI System Could Diagnose Autism Much Earlier

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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"Our algorithm is trained to identify areas of deviation to diagnose whether someone is autistic or neurotypical," Khudri said.

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  • "Our algorithm is trained to identify areas of deviation to diagnose whether someone is autistic or neurotypical," Khudri said.
  • The AI system involves isolating brain tissue images from the DT-MRI scans and extracting imaging markers that indicate the level of connectivity between brain regions.
  • "Our approach is a novel advancement that enables the early detection of autism in infants under two years of age," Khudri said.
  • Khudri said their AI system could facilitate precise autism management while reducing the time and costs associated with assessment and treatment.

3LS Inc. Launches New Behavioral Health Venture Studio

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. , Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 3LS Inc., a provider of administrative and advisory services to human service organizations, today announced the launch of a new venture studio to accelerate the creation of evidence-based behavioral health solutions that support youth, families, and educators.

Key Points: 
  • The new venture studio, 3LS Ventures , will invest in and direct resources toward early-stage behavioral health products and services that are pioneering innovative ways to improve outcomes and enhance overall wellbeing among children and the adults who care for them.
  • 3LS Ventures will complement the existing portfolio of 3LS -related providers, including The Omni Family of Services , The Omni Family Institute, and HopeNation Counseling .
  • "3LS Ventures will accelerate our mission of identifying and supporting early-stage companies that are poised to have meaningful impact on the markets that we currently serve while also opening up new opportunities to affect behavioral health," said 3LS Inc. CEO Eric Strickland.
  • 3LS Inc. has spent more than three decades driving innovation in child welfare and community mental health.

schuh launches Disability Equality tote bag with Shape Arts, inspired by 're-thinking disability'

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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schuh shares the latest instalment of its charity tote bag series with Disability Equality partner, Shape Arts, designed by disability advocate and artist Grace Fairley .

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  • schuh shares the latest instalment of its charity tote bag series with Disability Equality partner, Shape Arts, designed by disability advocate and artist Grace Fairley .
  • The Purpose Pillars have evolved into three main pillars – Sustainability, Mental Wellness and Fostering Diverse Talent, which includes Racial Equality, Disability Equality and LGBT+ Equality.
  • Shape Arts nominated one of their artists, Grace Fairley, to create this year's tote bag design, inspired by the theme "re-thinking disability".
  • The Shape Arts x schuh tote bag will be available online and in stores this November, priced at £3.00/€3.44.

NEXT for AUTISM Inaugural Fellowship Recipients Announced

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), a leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically designing, launching, and supporting innovative initiatives, has proudly awarded six (6) NEXT for AUTISM Fellowships in its first year of the program.

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  • "I am thankful not just for the scholarship but also for the chance to learn and get real-life experience working with adults on the Autism Spectrum.
  • As part of the fellowship program, each recipient will work 800 hours a year as a Direct Service Professional (DSP) supporting autistic adults.
  • In fact, more than 482,000 adults with autism and intellectual disabilities are waitlisted for services that they need and deserve.
  • The 2024 NEXT for AUTISM Fellows Scholarship cycle will open in February 2024.

Melmark Among Top 100 Women-Led Businesses for Sixth Year

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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and BERWYN, Pa. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita M. Gardner, President and CEO of Melmark, Inc. has been named among The Women's Edge's list of the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts for 2023.

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  • and BERWYN, Pa. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rita M. Gardner, President and CEO of Melmark, Inc. has been named among The Women's Edge's list of the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts for 2023.
  • This is the sixth consecutive year Gardner and Melmark have made the list created by The Women's Edge and published annually in the Women & Power issue of the Globe Magazine.
  • In 2023 – 2024 Melmark is in the process of 100% enrollment expansion in their day schools across their three state divisions.
  • She is dedicated to every child, adult and family served at Melmark, as well as every member of Melmark's professional staff.

ACE Cash Express Raises Over $30,000 for Autism Speaks

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Cash Express (ACE), a Populus Financial Group, Inc. brand, raised $31,750 for Autism Speaks during ACE's annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ACE Cash Express (ACE), a Populus Financial Group, Inc. brand, raised $31,750 for Autism Speaks during ACE's annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign.
  • Autism Speaks has become a very special charity to our store employees, especially after learning that some of our employees have loved ones with autism.
  • By supporting Autism Speaks, ACE helps bring awareness to autism and advance research into causes and better treatments for autism spectrum disorders and related conditions.
  • "The stories shared by ACE employees helps bring our mission to life," said Hunter Heidtke, Senior Field Development Coordinator at Autism Speaks.