In the news | April 18, 2023Overcoming Stigma to Create More Inclusive Communities April is Autism Awareness Month and World Autism Day was April 2, 2023. These observances create important opportunities to break down existing biases and build more inclusive communities where all people are valued for their unique abilities. While greater awareness is needed to foster understanding and support, shouldn’t we set our sights a little higher? … Read News
Article | March 6, 2023Seeing the Big Picture For clients with developmental disabilities and their families, it can be challenging to find the right level of care and support—especially with today’s current practices. Often, they are faced with a disjointed care journey and inconsistent outcomes. Traditional approaches to care may exacerbate these problems as treatment can be shaped without considering the variety of … Read article
Article | February 22, 2023Values-Driven Culture and Care Six years ago, after working for a large healthcare organization for 20 years, I made the decision to leave and join Catalight and I have never looked back. Catalight, a non- profit, supports individuals with developmental disabilities including autism by removing barriers and biases to create a more equitable and inclusive world. Catalight’s work with … Read article
In the news | January 24, 2023Catalight Expands Pilot Study in Partnership with Awake Labs Awake Labs has announced the expansion of its pilot program with Catalight, a California-based social enterprise working to create a more equitable world so people with developmental disabilities can choose their own path. The expanded pilot goal is to assess the feasibility of a smartwatch-enabled technology that measures stress and strong emotions in real-time for … Read News
Article | November 16, 2022Learn How to Manage Your Money and Live Within Your Means Managing your paycheck means embracing unexpected deductions and high taxes in states like California and New York. This article breaks down the required taxes and shines light on flexible personal deductions such as healthcare plans and retirement savings options to help you make informed financial decisions. Read article
Article | October 10, 2022How Do You Bridge the Gaps With Education and Training to Enhance Your Employment Opportunities Discover what additional education, upskilling or training you need to be successful Read article
Article | September 14, 2022Tips to Help Your Child Reach Their Developmental Milestones Have you ever worried about your child’s development? If so, you’re not alone. Parents often become alarmed when their child doesn’t learn and grow in the ways they expect. The good news is that you’re in the best position as a parent to help your child reach developmental milestones. What is a developmental milestone? Milestones … Read article
Article | August 26, 2022Employee Accommodations for the Neurodiverse Employers can fill job gaps by accommodating neurodiverse candidates. Most adjustments are low-cost, boosting inclusion and productivity. Learn how with the CAALE framework. Read article
Article | July 6, 2022Navigating Your First 100 Days of Employment Congratulations, after all your hard work, a company is reaching out with an offer to start work. You now face many decisions about salary, benefits, accommodations and work schedule – to mention a few. This article will cover how to navigate these critical decisions to help you confidently negotiate your terms of employment, and establish … Read article
Article | July 6, 2022Making Meaningful Career Connections With Neurodiverse-Friendly Employment Services Discover how over 40 neurodiverse-friendly employment service companies are making it easier for individuals on the spectrum to find meaningful employment, connecting talented job candidates with developmental disabilities to employers eager to hire them. Read article
