Jun 6th 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Cartoonist – an Autism Job Story

Hi, I’m Jenna. I like to draw some known cartoon characters. This is my cartoon art site: http://cutiejenna.deviantart.com/gallery I like to draw Creepy Susie from The Oblongs and Spud from American Dragon: Jake Long cuz they are my 2 favorite characters. I also have dreams with both of them. I like to have people comment. read more

Apr 21st 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Nathan’s job – An Autism Job Story

I, Scott Williams, did an email interview with Nathan Levine about his job. Nathan’s mom answered for him as he is non verbal. Nathan is a Steward at the Hilton Hotel in Austin,Tx.  Nathan has worked there for almost 4 years. His duties are : cleans, sorts and returns dishware to the food line so that the chefs can have clean dishes to use. Nathan likes spraying of the dishes because he likes... read more

Apr 14th 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Michael’s job – An Autism Job Story

I , Michael , work at Inspire Behavior offices in Cedar Park, TX. I have many duties: vacuuming, clean windows and doors, get the days mail, checking off what I have done on the to do list, make copies, laminate and file. I use the money from my job to buy lunch on Fun Friday outings and to help my mom with groceries at home. In the future I plan to volunteer at a local library and then get a paid... read more

Dec 3rd 10 Posted by Barbara

Poppin Joe’s Kettle Korn – an Autism Job Success Story

Joe Steffy is a nonverbal young man with Down Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder. In 2000 his family began exploring the concept of Poppin Joe’s Kettle Korn as an opportunity for Joe to operate and manage his own business after coming across kettle korn on a trip to Alaska and thinking all that popping, scooping, and serving was right up Joe’s alley. According to an article by Nancy... read more

Aug 23rd 10 Posted by Barbara

The Voice of Experience – A Texas Autism Story

Greg posted a comment on one of the posts that was so full of insight and information I felt it should be shared, so I’m copying it here… “I am on the higher functioning end and have had people comment on walking slow, not being flexible enough, etc.  I would be glad to share how I got disability with a lot of patience, a lawyer, and the effects of our condition such as anxiety,... read more

Jul 26th 10 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Meet Dustin Nunn, Author, Cartoonist, Adult with Autism

Hi, my name is Dustin Nunn and I am 21 years old. I was born October 28, 1988 and I love drawing cartoons. Ever since I was 4 years old, I started drawing cartoons. I have been drawing for over 16 years, and yet I still draw. I am the creator of the comic strip series, “Dustin & Darling” and “Speed Phreak & Friends”. I am also creating the upcoming comic strip series,... read more