Contact Information
Bend Redmond Asperger
Syndrome Support
Linda Newland
2990 NE Saber Rd., Bend, Oregon 97701 - USA
Cell: 1-541-408-0872
E-mail: opu@bendbroadband.com
"Autism
Awareness Ribbon"
This is the "Autism
Awareness Ribbon." The puzzle pattern reflects the mystery and complexity
of autism and Asperger's Syndrome, a milder form of the condition. The
different colors and shapes represent the diversity of the people and
families living with this neurobiological condition. The brightness of the
ribbon signals hope--hope that through research we will soon identify the
causes and effective ways for training, educating and offering meaningful
support for children and adults. The heart in the middle symbolizes our
love for those with autism.
By wearing this ribbon, we hope you can bring others an increased
understanding of autism. With greater social awareness of autism, persons
"with" can lead fuller, more complete lives.
How "you" can Help
Support Autism Awareness.
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Help spread the word by
voice, books, articles and fund raiser's. |
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Write articles,
editorial's and commentaries for your local, State and National media. |
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Write your Legislator's to
ask them to sponsor autism legislation. |
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Hold your School
District's accountable by learning the law and honing your mediation and
communication skills. Federal law trumps State and School District
policy. Keep your eyes focused on the prize. |
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Form and/or join local,
State, National and International support groups through the internet or
in your local community. Parent's need to know they are not alone. |
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Network. |
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Most of all? BREATHE.
You will be just fine. Steer a straight course and remember to take
care of "you" in the process. We are all in this together and together
we will make a difference. |
"I know of nobody who is purely Autistic or purely neurotypical.
Even God had some Autistic moments, which is why the planets all spin."
~ Jerry Newport