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May
02
2018
Forgiveness: Not Always About Others.

Forgiveness: Not Always About Others.

Forgiveness. From the time we are very young, the concept typically circles around challenging conversations with peers. One child says something mean to another child on the playground, and the… Continue reading Forgiveness: Not Always About Others.

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Apr
24
2018
Growing Up and Aging Out

Growing Up and Aging Out

It wasn’t yet 8am that day when 4-year-old Jonathan Mandel waited for the bus that would carry him 26 miles away to his new school. His mother, Jackie, held his… Continue reading Growing Up and Aging Out

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Apr
01
2018
Tireless Work is Ahead to Raise Awareness About Autism

Tireless Work is Ahead to Raise Awareness About Autism

The Anderson Center for Autism recently had an opportunity to speak with parents whose children are residents at the center. Here are their experiences. April is Autism Awareness Month. Like… Continue reading Tireless Work is Ahead to Raise Awareness About Autism

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Mar
28
2018
Local Autism Center has Global Reach

Local Autism Center has Global Reach

Fellows from across the globe travel to Dutchess County to learn how to educate and care for people living with autism. Providers go to Anderson Center for Autism, where they… Continue reading Local Autism Center has Global Reach

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    "We appreciate everything the staff do to make our son safe & comfortable. It has been a difficult transition for us, but knowing that he is in capable hands means the world to us!"
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    "We want to say thank you to the wonderful staff… they go above and beyond to make the home a wonderful place to live and thrive for our son"

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    "Since Ken joined Food School at ACA, I noticed he is less resistant to interacting with new foods. Our family mealtimes are more interactive & funny. The program was very helpful!"
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    "I'm close with my brother Riley. Having him live away from home is difficult but ACA has made it easier for my family, because we know how much Riley & other students are cared for..."

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    "Anderson was not around the corner, it is 150 miles away from us. But, once we came here, we knew it was home for him"
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    "Letting your child go is painful, but once your child is here you will quickly see, that you will become part of Anderson too"

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    "In the past 10 years between my staff and friends, I've really felt more comfortable and safe than I ever have"

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    "He's loved, and he's cared for, and that's very very beautiful to see"

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    "Because of Anderson I was able to go back to work about 5 years ago. Jack had such an awesome experience and he grew so much. Anderson will always remain in our hearts."

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    Jeanine G.

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