Co-Founder Of Uglydolls Debuts Bumpas Dolls
Anton Media Staff February 13, 2023
This Valentine’s Day, gift love with Bumpas plush dolls that hug you and are weighted for soft, cozy comfort. The dolls
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Christy Hinko May 12, 2022
There was much cause for celebration on Main Street last weekend. The Vincent Smith General Store has been in preparation for
Post-Secondary Considerations For Students On The Autism Spectrum
Alison Gilbert October 20, 2019
In 2020, approximately half a million adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be turning 21 years old (Autism Society of
Five Autism Charities To Donate To
Anton Media Staff April 17, 2019
By David Greuner The 12th annual World Autism Awareness Day occurred on April 2, kicking off Autism Awareness Month, an entire
Northwell Employee No Longer Shies Away From His Autism
Anton Media Staff April 16, 2019
Sean Culkin tried to ignore his autism for as long as possible. Diagnosed at 2 years old, it wasn’t until Culkin
How Children Can Make New Friends
Alison Gilbert October 2, 2018
It is common for children to experience some anxiety when faced with a new situation. As the summer comes to an
Travel Tips For Families Of Children With Special Needs
Alison Gilbert August 21, 2018
Family travel involves significant planning whether it be for a weeklong trip or a short getaway. When traveling with a child
Autism Communities: Meeting The Vital Housing Need For Adults With Autism
Anton Media Staff April 17, 2018
Autism Communities a private, 501(c)3 organization, has a mission to provide housing solutions for adults with autism in vibrant, safe communities
Building Good Nutrition In Children With Autism
Stefani Pappas Sassos April 16, 2018
April is National Autism Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to promote autism awareness, inclusion, and self-determination for all. If you have
Strategies For Parents Of Children With Special Needs
Alison Gilbert December 27, 2017
Raising children can be difficult in some very unexpected ways. Parenting a child with special needs can create some unique and
Long Island Autism Communities Announces New Board Members
Anton Media Staff September 14, 2017
Long Island Autism Communities, Inc.’s founder and president Charles Massimo, CEO of CJM Wealth Management recently named Lisa M. Sclafani, MD,
New Muppet On The Block
Jennifer Fauci April 17, 2017
Sesame Street’s latest character teaches children and adults about autism There’s a new character about to join Big Bird, Elmo and
Long Island Toy Lending Center
Michael Manukian April 26, 2015
The Long Island Toy Lending Center in Farmingdale is an organization that lends toys to children with disabilities all across Long
A Parent’s Guide To Sensory Processing Disorder
Lauren Saccone April 25, 2015
From the day my daughter was born she reacted very strongly to the world around her. She held her breath the
Trends In Early Intervention
Barbara Pirnat April 24, 2015
The New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP) is part of the national EIP for infants and toddlers with disabilities and
Children On The Move
Sharon Hanover April 23, 2015
With childhood obesity on the rise, we are all charged with the task of ensuring that our children are living a
Executive Functions And Executive Skills
Layla Lindau April 22, 2015
Executive functions are like the conductor of the mind’s orchestra. They cue, direct and conduct the brain to use executive skills
An Integrated Approach To Preschool
Michelle Yadoo April 21, 2015
Why would a parent send their typical child to a preschool for special needs? Well, as it turns out, the benefits
