Happy Birthday America!
Independence Day marks the birth of the United States of America, founded in 1776, making the country 244 years old come July 4th, 2020. To express our patriotism, most of us anticipate and celebrate The Fourth of July with big, loud bangs and displays of continuous, intense, and bright bursts of lights. However, for those […]
An Autism Journey Through the Eyes of Derrick Airhart, An Autism Dad
I still remember the day my wife and I sat in the screening room at Texas Children’s. They had us sit in a room with monitors and observe our son interacting with a specialist in the other room. Our hearts began to sink in those few moments as we could see that something wasn’t right. […]
Happy Father’s Day!
Some people don’t believe in heroes…they haven’t met my dad though. My daddy looked at me with a smile on his face and said to me, that I’ll always be safe. I said, “Why daddy, why?” as I started to grin, coz I knew my favorite song was about to begin. And he said, “You’re […]
Shockwaves of Acceptance – Ann and Tyler Horton
Send Shockwaves of Acceptance “Why do you care? He’s too retarded to do anything about it anyway.” The freckled face that stared back at me was adorned with a smug look. The look of a winner. The look of someone who knows but does not understand. A person who realizes but refuses to accept. I […]
Happy “AUSOME” Mother’s Day!
We Love YOU to Pieces. Counselor. Coach. Chef. Chauffeur. Hero. Nurse. Teacher. First my mother, forever my friend. Home is where MOM is, and the love begins. We appreciate, applaud, and forever love YOU! Everyone loves a good story. We love to see a great movie. We love a good dinner, good conversation, a good […]
H.O.P.E.F.U.L.
WE ARE IN YOUR CORNER!! COVID-19: Top 7 Support Tips for Parents Raising Children on the Autism Spectrum H.O.P.E.F.U.L. These are unique and challenging times, but we are in this together. Under typical circumstances, our lives can be chaotic and stressful. Given the uncertainty of the virus, we face new, additional challenges that require us […]
Halloween Tips
DIY Photos Compliments of www.healthymummy.com Halloween is an exciting holiday for children, but it may offer certain challenges for children with autism spectrum disorders. Preparation and planning can help you stay stress-free. Whether this is your child’s first Halloween or not, here are some ideas to help you and your child enjoy […]
Reflections-My Special Needs Son’s 22nd Birthday
My son, Eric, recently turned 22 years old and as always, his birthday is a definitive celebration of life as well as a mixed bag of emotions. Some birthdays, of course, like the milestones, affect me more than others but they are all extra meaningful. You see, Eric was born at 26 weeks, weighed 1.3 […]
We Never Gave Up
by Victoria, Fort Bend High School Student & Miss Teen America contestant I have spent my life battling dyslexia, autism, dysgraphia, sensory processing disorder, ADD/ADHD, developmental vision, and multiple other known learning disorders. I believe students can overcome disabilities without having to bang their heads against a table for someone to listen. I am writing […]
Sisterly Advice
3 Tips for Living with a Sibling with Autism High School Freshmen, Leah Sterling, has grown up with an older brother who is on the autism spectrum. Leah offers some sisterly advice and tips on living with a sibling with autism 1. Be vigilant It’s always important to be aware of how your siblings reacts […]
Social Stories and Information for an Autism Friendly Space Center Houston Trip
Space Center Houston is recognized as the first Certified Autism Space Center in the world by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). On Monday, August 6, 2018 the center opened its doors to Hope For Three families for an exciting day of learning, exploration, and fun! Hope For Three was the […]
Safe Swimming Saves Lives! Free Family Swim Safety Skills Day June 24th
Water safety is important in everyone’s lives. However, in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD or autism), it is crucial. Many individuals with ASD are drawn to water, some of which are unable to understand the dangers associated with it. Accidental drowning is accountable for 91% of all fatalities in children with autism under the […]
Hope For Three Honoring Fathers of Children with Autism With Facebook Campaign over Father’s Day Weekend
Hope For Three Autism Advocates will honor phenomenal fathers over Father’s Day weekend, June 16th & 17th, by posting inspirational stories, quotes, and pictures of Fort Bend fathers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). “Guy is a loving father and has been there for everything” says Dana Walker. The Walker’s have two children, one […]
Kroger Community Rewards
Did you know you can support children with autism by making a purchase at Kroger? It’s easy as 1-2-3: Obtain a Kroger Plus Card at the customer service desk of any Kroger store. If you already have one, use your current card. Register your Kroger Plus Card online at: Kroger.com/communityrewards by clicking on ENROLL NOW, or sign […]
Senior on the Spectrum: Meet Christy
Summer is the time for new beginnings as high school seniors transition from structured school-life to adulthood. With over 3,000 students diagnosed with autism in Fort Bend public schools, many are graduating having travelled a longer, or different road, but with the same hopes and dreams everyone else has. Christy, 18 years old, is a […]
Explore Abilities Day at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center
Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center is hosting Explore Abilities Days on June 12, July 10, and August 14th! Explore Abilities Day is a NEW exclusive event for children with learning differences and their families. Visiting families can enjoy the entire Museum at their own pace and also participate in the special activities of the day. […]
A New Report from the Centers for Disease Control Suggests an Increase in Autism Prevalence
Autism Spectrum Disorder (also called ASD or autism) is a range of conditions which is typically characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and non-verbal communication, and unique strengths and differences. There is no known cause or cure for ASD. This new report indicates 1 in 59 children in the United States have […]
Hit a Grand Slam by Supporting a Family at
“Strike Out” Autism
Having a child with autism, and without, can bring unique challenges. A parent attending “Strike Out” said, “…One of the most difficult and challenging things about having a child on the spectrum is siblings. The disconnect that happens between them, the potential for resentment because I have to leave places every time their sister has […]
March 24th H.O.P.E (Helping Our Parents Excel) Resource Guide
April 2, 2018 – On March 24th, Hope For Three Teen Huddle hosted H.O.P.E (Helping Our Parents Excel) conference. This conference featured four speakers with topics including: special education, the ARD process in public schools, Medicaid waiver, and transitions from high school to college. Here is the list of the resources referenced during the presentations: Karri […]
Flying High with Teen Huddle!
Everyone was flying high with happiness at a Sibling Session on March 3, where Teen Huddle volunteers brought siblings of children on the autistic spectrum out to the annual Sugar Land Kite Festival. They helped the kids construct kites to fly on their own and created chalk art masterpieces. It was a day filled with […]
Hope For Three Welcomes March with Three Community Events
The “Power of Three” is strong on March 3rd, as Hope For Three joins three great events in Fort Bend County! First, the Teen Huddle hosts Sibling Sessions at the Sugar Land Cultural Kite Festival at Brazos River Park, from 9:00 am to Noon. Free games, crafts, and kite flying for siblings of children on […]
Hope For Three Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Hope For Three hosted their First Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Competition on January 20, 2018. The puzzle piece is recognized as the symbol for autism. Since every puzzle piece is different, a puzzle piece accurately represents the diversity of indviduals with autism spectrum disorder. Teams from all over Fort Bend County got together and assembled 500 […]
Christmas & Birthday Gifts
Having difficulty finding the perfect Christmas or birthday toy for your child with autism? CBS has narrowed down the picks by informing us of the top 10 toys and gifts for children with autism spectrum disorder. 1. iPad According to a MyAutismTeam’s survey, nearly a quarter of responders said the favorite toy for children with […]
Holiday Craft Ideas
Easy and fun craft ideas for your child to do during the holiday season! We are …. more-than-okay-with-celebrating-Christmas-even-though-it’s-a-public-school type of school. Heck – we have a full decorated Christmas tree in the main hallway! Right or wrong – I go with it and we have been LOVING doing everything and anything Christmas. One of my kids asked […]