Some volunteers from Regeneron Pharmaceuticals came to GirlAGain. We got to know each other a bit. They fixed some dolls and offered to do a mock interview. I didn’t want to do it at first because I was nervous. Then, I felt slightly more comfortable, so I did the mock interview. I felt it went […]
World Mental Health Day is Oct 10
It’s not uncommon for women with autism to also have problems with mental health. Girls and women with Autism often have a longer road to diagnosis (if they get diagnosed). Girls, who are typically more socially motivated than boys (who are more easily diagnosed), mask their disability better, which is a recipe for disappointment and […]
Goodbye, Donald Triplett
Everyone at Yes She Can like to express our deepest condolences to the family of Donald Triplett. Donald was the very first person to be diagnosed with autism. He and his wonderful family inspired so many people. In the film and book “In a Different Key,” John Donvan and Caren Zucker, both award-winning journalists, tell […]
Pride Month by Sarah S.
Pride month is acknowledged every June, and the 28th is Pride Day. Pride month has existed since 1970, honors all LGBTQ+ groups, and celebrates being true to yourself. The community is now more aware of acknowledging Pride Month. Some stores release specials, and some towns have parades. My mom saw pride become an event because […]
AUTISM AWARENESS AND ACCEPTANCE MONTH CELEBRATION & ART SHOW
What a wonderful evening! It was an amazing night celebrating, honoring, and recognizing the many accomplishments of the Yes She Can trainees, graduates, and local artists with learning differences. The artists displayed their paintings, drawings, sculptures, handmade dresses, and photographs. County Executive George Latimer commented on the amazing talents of each artist and shared that […]
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