April is National Autism Acceptance Month and who better to learn from than an Ochsner Children's Hospital professional?
This week I am happy to welcome Caroline Turner, LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker at at Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development. ( Over on Jeff Highway!)
Caroline dives in with us to explain to me exactly what is Autism Spectrum disorder? How do we detect it? Learn the myths surrounding Autism spectrum disorder. What signs to look for and what we need to do if we do suspect something like this in our child.
She connects us with resources to help not only learn about this ever increasing developmental disability but empower the parents with knowledge and even more resources.
To learn more: www.ochsner.org/boh
Then later we welcome our brand new sponsor, The Gift of Adoption fund! Doug Munster, fellow gay dad, heads the GOA fund in Georgia.
Did you know that less than 2% of Americans complete an adoption? 2%! To me, that is mind boggling with the amount children that are in this country that needs a forever home.
Although a dismal number for adoptions, 30% of Americans have contemplated adopting! That number to me is inspiring. That shows me that the desire is out there. So why does it end with 2% of completions?
81% cite the high cost of adoption as a primary barrier.
This is where The Gift of Adoption fund comes in. This amazing non profit helps hopeful parents with the last bit that they may need to cross that line to finalize.
Through the GOA fund over $18 Million in adoption assistance grants have been awarded and 5,652 children with the gift of FAMILY.
To find out more and to donate visit: www. giftofadoption.org
Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors!
Ochsner Hospital for Children
Www.ochsner.org
Rouses Markers
Www.rousesmarkets.com
Sandpiper Vacations
Www..sandpipervacations.com
Zak George’s Dog Revolution!
The Law Firm of
Forrest Cressy & James
Www.forrestcressyjames.com
Comfort Cases
Www.comfortcases.org
New Orleans Ice Cream Company
Www.neworleansicecream.com
Real Estate with Steph & Berkshire Hathaway
www.realestatewithsteph.com
Audubon Institute
www.auduboninstitute.org
The Gift of Adoption Fund
GiftofAdoption.org
April is National Autism Acceptance Month and who better to learn from than an Ochsner Children's Hospital professional?
This week I am happy to welcome Caroline Turner, LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker at at Michael R. Boh Center for Child Development. ( Over on Jeff Highway!)
Caroline dives in with us to explain to me exactly what is Autism Spectrum disorder? How do we detect it? Learn the myths surrounding Autism spectrum disorder. What signs to look for and what we need to do if we do suspect something like this in our child.
She connects us with resources to help not only learn about this ever increasing developmental disability but empower the parents with knowledge and even more resources.
To learn more: www.ochsner.org/boh
Then later we welcome our brand new sponsor, The Gift of Adoption fund! Doug Munster, fellow gay dad, heads the GOA fund in Georgia.
Did you know that less than 2% of Americans complete an adoption? 2%! To me, that is mind boggling with the amount children that are in this country that needs a forever home.
Although a dismal number for adoptions, 30% of Americans have contemplated adopting! That number to me is inspiring. That shows me that the desire is out there. So why does it end with 2% of completions?
81% cite the high cost of adoption as a primary barrier.
This is where The Gift of Adoption fund comes in. This amazing non profit helps hopeful parents with the last bit that they may need to cross that line to finalize.
Through the GOA fund over $18 Million in adoption assistance grants have been awarded and 5,652 children with the gift of FAMILY.
To find out more and to donate visit: www. giftofadoption.org
Thank you to our family of amazing sponsors!
Ochsner Hospital for Children
Www.ochsner.org
Rouses Markers
Www.rousesmarkets.com
Sandpiper Vacations
Www..sandpipervacations.com
Zak George’s Dog Revolution!
The Law Firm of
Forrest Cressy & James
Www.forrestcressyjames.com
Comfort Cases
Www.comfortcases.org
New Orleans Ice Cream Company
Www.neworleansicecream.com
Real Estate with Steph & Berkshire Hathaway
www.realestatewithsteph.com
Audubon Institute
www.auduboninstitute.org
The Gift of Adoption Fund
GiftofAdoption.org