For most families going out to stores, restaurants, and fun places like the movies and bowling are easy. However, for families with a child with autism, often outings into the

By Robin Suzelis, Director, ASMV Photo Caption: Robin and her boys this past summer at a restaurant on vacation.  All parents have stories about their children’s quirky eating habits

Keeping “I” as an important part of all we do.I’ve been thinking a lot about both Inclusion and Independence. Personally, I always look at the start of a new year

2022 is almost in the books! For ASMV it has been a busy year working to expand the programs and resources available for individuals affected by autism and their families. Our

Youngstown Click interviewed Robin at the finish line of the Ursuline Sisters’ Nun Run Our kids are only as strong as we are.  We need to stay physically and mentally

People like you need to run for political office.”  This is what one mom told me after a 20 minutes conversation about what ASMV does and the needs that I

One of my key roles — and that of my peers in the Autism Society around the nation – is information and referral. We pride ourselves on being a resource

For many, back to school is just the start of the school year. For us it’s the start of the year. The focus on the kids is what academics are

We aren’t even halfway through summer and I’m already exhausted. Those iconic long, lazy summer days do not really exist for us. Our weeks are full of speech, occupational, ABA

Caring for a child with ASD can be challenging on many levels, and healthy eating is no exception. Children with ASD may often have narrow, restricted interests which can affect