Diagnosed with Asperger’s at age fifty, Anita Lesko has become an internationally published author, Autism Advocate, Founded the FLYING HIGH WITH AUTISM FOUNDATION, and is currently planning her upcoming wedding to her Autistic Fiance. Her new mission is to provide hope to others with Autism that love and relationships ARE possible. Listen to the Episode below (00:26:54) Anita’s Story: What is it like to be diagnosed on the…
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Dena Gassner is a wife, mother, grandmother, social worker, doctoral student and was diagnosed with autism in 1999. She is on the national board for the Arc US, and GRASP and is an advisory board member for the Autism Society. She has written multiple published articles and book chapters. “Without one, there would be none” is how she describes the gifts of unconditional love and authenticity that she received with…
Diagnosed with “Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies” and recommended for institutionalization, Dr. Shore is now a University professor and internationally renowned for publication, consulting, and presenting on adult issues pertinent to education, relationships, employment, advocacy, and disclosure. President emeritus of the Asperger’s Association of New England and former board member of the Autism Society, Dr. Shore serves on the boards of the Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association,…
Jennifer O’Toole is the author of ASA’s 2014 Outstanding Literary Work and of the bestselling Asperkids series. One of Tony Attwood’s “World’s Top Aspie Mentors,” she is the winner of the Temple Grandin Award, has advised the President’s Council at the White House, and was named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in NC. Jennifer keynotes around the globe, is the mom of three (awesome) Asperkids, and proudly, is…
Amy Gravino is the president of A.S.C.O.T. Coaching and the Director of Public and Community Relations for GRASP. Amy is a college coach, consultant, and public speaker who discusses topics such as growing up with autism, autism and sexuality, and transition planning. She is a proud self-advocate and woman with autism. Listen to the Episode below (00:16:33) Amy’s Story: Listen to the episode above to hear about Amy’s inspiration…