The time of businesses overlooking people with disabilities when it comes to hiring is coming to end. A new era of disability friendly business is being ushered in on a tidal wave of data that supports a simple message: when you hire people with disabilities, it’s in your best interest. For people with disabilities, this…
If you have spent anytime in the autism community, you have likely seen the puzzle piece that is the accepted symbol of autism and the ally community. The puzzle piece is not limited to one community or a branded symbol of one organization. Instead it signifies several major things unique to ASD and it’s a…
With much turmoil comes change. This week Arizona’s Governor, Doug Ducey, issued an executive order to increase and strengthen disability protections for people in Arizona. This is the most significant new step forward for people with disabilities as there have been a number of provisions, protections, and programs that have been created in Arizona. This…
Creativity manifests itself in many ways and most people, even the most left-brained analytical person expresses themselves creatively in some way. Whether it’s through traditional means of expression such as painting, music, or poetry, or non-traditional forms like statements made in fashion sense, most people have a preferred medium to represent themselves or their feelings…
The understanding of money and how it’s used in exchange for goods and services is one of the most fundamental skills necessary for independence. That’s why it’s a crucial skill that parents and teachers need to pass on to children. The use of money teaches kids so much more than the value of coins and…
Reading is an important skill that helps build communication skills, develops language and fosters comprehension of various things including the world around us and our inner concerns. Every book contains a unique perspective that can inform, educate or even entertain us. For kids and teens with autism, reading is a great way to help kids…
Have you been looking for a way to make a difference for students with autism in your community? There are an abundance of routes that you can take and lots of volunteer opportunities to help the autism community in your area. If you are serious about getting involved in a professional capacity, there are many…
More people than ever have a working knowledge and understanding of Autism, but it’s still a difficult condition to explain. While we may have more understanding of Autism and some of its developmental or intellectual effects, there is still a lot for researchers to learn. Perhaps one of the most difficult things to do for…
At Lexington Services, we love our community and so do our members. Community-based learning and events help young people and adults with special needs to solidify their understanding of their community and the place that they hold in that group. Everyone deserves the opportunity to discover the great places in their community and enjoy entertainment…
Social media has changed the American landscape, whether we love it or hate it. Often we think of social media in dual perspective, where we are grateful for the connections and innovations, but we lament the endless scrolling, the constant updates, and the strange balance between social fluff and hateful nastiness that runs rampant across…