Linda Chase, founder of Able Hire, wrote this blog to help job seekers, especially those with disabilities, see that there are other avenues for securing a satisfying career than the…
Young parents of an autistic child beware: don’t treat your “special needs” child any differently than your “normal” ones. Caution: You may be destroying your relationships and even your marriage.…
There is a condition of the mind referred to as “learned helplessness” that is more prevalent in autistic children or adults. It is caused by traumatic experiences which over time,…
By Eden Alon When using the words "disability" or "disabled,” different thoughts may arise. Some see disability as negative or a sign of helplessness, but for people like me, it…
How often as a parent of a child with autism have you wondered “If only I could see the world as he sees it” or “If only I could get…
We had just finished celebrating Mother’s Day when it occurred to me there is a fundamental difference in our society between mothers and fathers when it comes to our children.…
I’ve been working with Brandon (not his real name) who is stuck working at a grocery store where he only gets two or three days a week. This is common…
If I can give some practical advice to parents, employers, or anyone else who supports an autistic worker, it would be this: get on the level of the one you…
Superhero or child These are the two categories that neurotypicals classify individuals on the spectrum, formally known as high-functioning and low-functioning. But the question that I have to ask is…
Just to clarify one thing before going in depth: anxiety and depression are not symptoms of autism, but are often co-morbid with autism. In other words, when autistic individuals are…
Engaged Employment helps adults with autism and other intellectual disabilities near Greenville / Spartanburg, SC find and keep competitive employment. Our experienced job coaches also work with autism-friendly employers to help them create a diverse and capable workforce.