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  • Our friends at Have Dreams are currently hiring for their terrific Autism Job Coach Program. See below if interested!

    Have Dreams- Autism Agency - HIRING Autism Job Coach (young adult employment program) Qualifications: Experience working with youth and adults with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) preferred. About the Job: Provide support and assistance to interns at job sites, lead group[...]

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  • NDL Plans to Attend the International Fragile X Conference

    Our team is so excited to attend the 18th International Fragile X Conference in San Diego on July 14th – 17th, where we will be presenting new findings, as well as providing opportunities for families to participate in our studies.[...]

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  • Contributions to Handbook of Pragmatic Language Disorders

    Our lab has collaborated with Gary Martin, along with former PhD students in our lab, Drs. Shivani Patel and Lauren Bush on the publication of the Handbook of Pragmatic Language Disorders. This handbook examines pragmatic (or social) language differences across[...]

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  • National Fragile X Advocacy Day

    Every year, the NDL celebrates Fragile X advocacy day and this year, it is on March 1st 2022! Advocacy Day is one day each year when we come together as a community, talk to our members of Congress and their[...]

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  • Happy Holidays from the NDL!

    Happy Holidays from the NDL! Please enjoy our annual holiday card, message pasted below: As this year comes to an end, we wanted to wish you all a very happy holiday season and a happy New Year from all of[...]

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  • Growing Awareness in the Recreation Space

    As the research surrounding Autism has increased, we have also seen an increase in the awareness and acceptance of Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Community outreach programs are helping young adults get access to occupational therapy resources, gain valuable job[...]

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  • Recognizing National Fragile X Awareness Month

    The National Fragile X Foundation reports that an “estimated 1.5 million people in the United States alone are impacted by Fragile X making it a leading inherited cause of intellectual disability today.” As such, creating a system of support and[...]

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  • Making Medicine Accessible

    As the world continues to embrace technology, the medical industry is not shy in taking advantage of the latest technological gadgets. A historical problem within the medical field has always been access- access to a hospital, access to medication, access[...]

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  • Easterseals: A Local Resource

    Easterseals is a non-profit organization that is proudly committed to serving the Chicagoland and Greater Rockford communities. […]

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  • Chicago Area COVID Resources

    As the vaccine becomes more readily available, it is important to develop a plan while continuing to prioritize safety. The Vax For All website has been created to offer free resources to help individuals with autism and other disabilities prepare[...]

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  • COVID-19 Resources from the MIND Institute

    The MIND Institute, an international collaborative research and clinical treatment center, is hosting a multitude of Facebook live events and Q&A postings related to the pandemic, […]

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  • Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month

    Every year, the NDL celebrates Autism Awareness and Acceptance Day and we encourage you to join us in supporting those affected by autism, as well as their family members, caregivers, and friends. […]

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