My Mission for Autism Research
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A MESSAGE FROM My Mission for Autism Research
As you probably know, our oldest son, Andrew, was diagnosed with autism at the age of 2. Looking back on the past 4 years since his diagnosis, we have experienced so many challenges, but so many more triumphs! Looking back, though, has led me to remember what was most difficult for us in those early days after diagnosis. On the day that we received Drew's diagnosis, one of the hardest things we had to face was that nobody could tell us where exactly Drew would ultimately be on the spectrum. As a parent, it is incredibly difficult to receive a diagnosis with little information on what the future might hold for your child despite the fact that we have so much more information and research on autism than ever before. As an autism Mom, it has become my mission to support autism research so that future parents of the 1 in 68 children diagnosed with autism can have an even better understanding of their child's diagnosis and all of its implications. In addition, my hope is that we can not only better understand those with autism, but help those diagnosed with autism better understand how to navigate our "neurotypical" world. So, on May 19, 2018 I will join the entire Philadelphia Eagles organization and thousands of Philadelphia area residents who will ride, run or walk to raise funds for innovative research and programs to help unlock the mystery of autism. 100% of participant-raised funds will go directly towards autism research and programs at a coalition of leading institutions including Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Drexel University and Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health. I need your support to reach my goal and assist those currently affected as well as future generations. Thank you!
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    Your dad would be so proud of you. And so am I!

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    So proud of how far Drew has come!

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    you have done so much to further the cause of understanding and eventually dealing with autism. so proud of you and your advocacy for your son

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