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Oct
16
2020
Accessible Travel Series: Kathleen Marshall from Anderson Center for Autism

Accessible Travel Series: Kathleen Marshall from Anderson Center for Autism

Dutchess Tourism is committed to continuing to learn about ways we can make our destination more accessible. By communicating with local attractions, towns and businesses we can keep the conversation moving… Continue reading Accessible Travel Series: Kathleen Marshall from Anderson Center for Autism

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Aug
09
2020
SUNY Empire Launches New Autism Center

SUNY Empire Launches New Autism Center

SUNY Empire State College launched its new statewide Center for Autism Inclusivity in an effort to be a fully autism-supportive college while meeting the growing demand for professionals working with… Continue reading SUNY Empire Launches New Autism Center

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May
18
2020
Letter to the Editor: Direct Support professionals are unsung heroes during pandemic

Letter to the Editor: Direct Support professionals are unsung heroes during pandemic

This season of our lives has had its share of uncertainty – but one thing’s for sure: those who provide care to people with developmental disabilities are unsung heroes. And… Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Direct Support professionals are unsung heroes during pandemic

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Apr
01
2020
Building an Autism-Friendly World

Building an Autism-Friendly World

When Debbie Sinon’s son, Brenden, was diagnosed with autism at 18 months old, there was a lot to navigate, from new doctors and therapies to early intervention programs. There was… Continue reading Building an Autism-Friendly World

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