Article | October 31, 2023How Should You Celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month? By Being You Kyler Sipat, a 20-year-old with Down syndrome, is a fun-loving, sports fan and guitar player who embodies the spirit of youthful independence. During Down Syndrome Awareness Month, he celebrates his personality and breaks down stigmas, showing that his condition is just one aspect of his vibrant life. Read article
Article | October 26, 2023A Fun Halloween for Children with Developmental Disabilities Tips on how parents can create a memorable Halloween for the whole family. Read article
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 | 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
Article | May 25, 2022Navigating Applicant Tracking Systems for the Neurodivergent Job Seeker There is a lot of great news for neurodivergent candidates looking for work. First, the Labor Department released the February 2022 employment numbers showing there are 11.3 million job openings in the U.S. If you are looking for one of those jobs, know that your resume creates that first impression for potential employers. Resume writing is both … Read article
Article | April 22, 2022Finding a Lifetime of Employment on the Spectrum Since 2005, Dan Middleton has coached neurodiverse adults facing unique job search challenges. Despite a strong job market, barriers persist. Read article
