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Ama woman’s vision on display at autism awareness event
Precious Singleton-Alexander looks at her 7-year-old son Rio as her inspiration. […]
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Destrehan mother plans event to help children with sensory challenges visit Santa
🎅 After bringing her children to a special Christmas event last year, Sarah Zafirau knew that she needed to help bring something similar to the families of St. Charles Parish. […]
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St. Rose mother a published author, book spotlights parenting for autistic children
It still doesn’t feel real to Ivory Sims, though she can actually feel her creation as she holds it in her hands.
The St. Rose mother is now a published author. […]
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St. Rose mother, autistic child teach one another along journey
Ivory Sims has taught her son Dryston so much since she welcomed him into the world five years ago, but she says her “little ball of energy” has taught her just as much, if not more. […]
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Autism numbers skyrocket
At 2-1/2 years old, Rory Frickey uttering the word “butterfly” brought his mother and speech therapist to tears. It was the first word he’d spoken since birth, representing a major breakthrough for his mother, Erin, who realized her autistic child could have a normal life. […]
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Activities center with arcade, sensory room opens for kids with special needs
Lori Bercegeay has long had a vision – and she’s brought it to reality. […]
Lifestyles
Autistic son inspires family to help others with disorder
Earlier this year, Duke Rousse of Destrehan received a phone call — and potentially tragic news. […]
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Rescue dogs track down missing autistic boy
Joshua Magee of Hahnville and his new best friend Yellow the dog have both required a form of rescue. But the friendship the two have formed may ensure that neither will need it again. […]
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Hahnville students rally around autistic classmate, nominate him to homecoming court
James Colly Jr. is in many respects an average teenager. […]