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Saying Goodbye to Jobs4Autism

For over two years, I’ve been the voice behind Jobs4Autism. It has been an eye- and heart-opening experience.  I’ve met so many inspirational people, heard stories of desperation and courage and have felt the satisfaction of knowing I made a difference in someone’s life, if only in a small way. However, this will be my last post. Jobs4Autism.com is a nonprofit website and our supporters... read more

High School Student with Autism

Hi my name is Jerrod Zeitlin and I’m a senior at Pulaski High School in Wisconsin. I recently wrote a new paper article for the Pulaski New paper, and it talks about me about how I have to go through everyday at school. We are the only student written newspaper in the state of Wisconsin that the paper is written only by the students from the high school and some from the middle school too. Here... read more

Paperworks Studio – an Autism Employment Success Story

“Cards that change lives.” That’s the logo of Paperworks Studio, a “mission-based market-driven social enterprise” that employs people with special needs to make hand-made greeting cards.  About 20% of those artists are autistic, according to an article by Alice G.  Walton in Forbes magazine, “Living Life with Autism: Has Anything Really Changed?” Owned by... read more

aspie girl – an Asperger’s Job Story

age 27 an aussie aspie girl ive been to college, done all that. Had one vollunteer job that lasted. One didnt because I really didnt fit in. Started a new job admin/reception in a car dealership, I lasted 8hours not fast enough mentally they said, needed supervision/organisation they said. I wonder if I will ever work. My paediatrician said I would find it hard competing against not auties and even... read more

Autism Job Search Request in Florida

A mom sent the following email to us.  Can anyone help? Hi~ My son is now living in Florida with his dad. He’s 24, and has been job searching in and around the Broward County area for a year. He has started at a number of jobs that have not worked out. Do you have any contacts in Florida that could possibly help me help him? He is still very motivated, but is not successful working through... read more

Erik’s Ranch – A Residence Opportunity for Adults with Autism

Erik’s Ranch is a living/working model which includes residence membership, employment, recreational and other social activities for young adults with autism. What sets Erik’s Ranch & Retreats apart is that they are run by the residents who live there.  They  combine home and workplace, to promote learning and personal/social growth, as well as sustainable employment. Their mission statement... read more
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