It took a lot of work, but the ABLE Act was finally passed and offers a fantastic financial tool for individuals with disabilities to soon take advantage in their state. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act allows individuals with…
By now, many of you have probably seen Brian Bethun’s article The End of Neighbors or coverage by The Today Show, TIME Magazine, or AOL that reported 50% of all Americans do not even know their neighbors' names. Bethun illuminates the notion that…
$1.5 billion dollars has been spent on autism research since 2008. A mere 1.3% of all funding - less than $20 million dollars - has been spent on the question: What does the future hold, particularly for adults? This is…
In May 2013, 25 experts from across the country joined a roundtable discussion on “A Spectrum of Possibilities: Decreasing Barriers and Increasing Options” sponsored by Madison House Autism Foundation and Purple Cherry Architects. Housing and disability experts, parents, and non-profit leaders…
Alex Spourdalakis, an autistic teen with very high support needs, was tragically murdered by his mother and godmother who attempted to take their own lives. Months ago, his mother pleaded through tears that, "He needs something simple, in the country,…
Madison House Autism Foundation has posted a Ten Point Guide on Responding to Suspected Abuse of People with Developmental Disabilities. We urge you to share these points with parents, family members or friends whose loved ones receive residential, transportation, day program or other…