A study found slightly less than half of more than 4,000 8-year-olds in Essex, Hudson, Ocean, and Union counties received proper services, but that's far fewer than really needed them especially when they are federally mandated.
Chief Peter Cooke, using his autism training, recalled that autistic people can sometimes be drawn to bodies of water, and upon searching a nearby stream, found the child there.
Only 6% of adults with known intellectual or developmental disabilities are accessing residential support in New Jersey at this time, which advocates say is not acceptable for a state with such broad resources.
Miguel and Illiana's YouTube channel is called ToyQuest101 and it's totally worth watching. Their channel is dedicated to statue & toy reviews, commentary & celebrity guest interviews, but more importantly, it empowers other children like Illiana to accomplish their goals. The YouTube channel has over 70 million views... INCREDIBLE!
This is what matters in life. I am thankful I get to share this story on a digital platform that will be seen by many people. In a world that has been divided by so much negativity, positivity has shone through at Wall High School.
The coronavirus pandemic has the potential to take a toll on any child's mental health, but new research shows that children with autism are at an elevated risk of psychiatric problems such as anxiety, irritability and sleep issues.
In an effort to more effectively respond to calls that may involve someone with a developmental disability with the needed communication methods, Manchester Police and Lakehurst Police have come together to introduce a new program "Operation Insight".