Headlines
Young Adults Can Thrive in High Tech Jobs
Autism Prevalence Increases to 1 in 50 According to CDC Study
The Future of Adults with Autism from a Sibling’s Eyes
Madison House in the news
Clipping from the Gazette About Autism Art Show
Rockville Art Show Spotlights Young Adults With Autism 
Maryland autism foundation hosts art show to promote autism awareness 
JHU Montgomery County, Madison House Autism Foundation Showcase Talents of Artists with Autism
Artists on the Spectrum 
News Clips/Videos
Autism Now: Robert MacNeil Shares Grandson Nick’s Story 
TV News Report on Carly Fleischman 
Apps for Autism: Communicating on the iPad 
OTHER NEWS
5 Ways to Support Adults on the Autism Spectrum When Engaging in Conversation
Listen In on the IACC Meeting on April 21st via Conference Call 
The New Genetics of Autism – Why Environment Matters 
Thinking Smarter About People Who Think Differently 
People with Disabilities Priced Out of Nation’s Housing Market: Read the National Report
Combating Autism Reauthorization Act of 2011 (HR.2005) 
Insights from New Research into Autism 
The diagnosis of autism in the U.S. has almost doubled in the past decade. Join guest host Susan Page to discuss new research on factors that might contribute to this complex condition. LISTEN
HEADLINES
New Data on Autism Spectrum Disorders
CDC estimates 1 in 88 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Track your child’s development and act early if you have a concern. Read More…
Moms of Autistic Children Work Less, Earn Less
U.S. families with autistic children earn nearly $18,000 less than parents of normally developing kids, according to a new report. Read More…
New Definition of Autism Will Exclude Many, Study Suggests
Proposed changes in the definition of autism would sharply reduce the skyrocketing rate at which the disorder is diagnosed and might make it harder for many people who would no longer meet the criteria to get health, educational and social services, a new analysis suggests. Read More…
Autism Now: MacNeil, Lehrer Discuss National Emergency
NewsHour founder and former anchor Robert MacNeil’s six-part series on the puzzling prevalence of autism in the U.S. starts to air Monday on the PBS NewsHour. MacNeil speaks with Jim Lehrer about what’s explored in the series and describes how autism has affected his family. Watch Video
Helping Autistic Adults Become Independent
This piece highlights a community solution for teaching local life skills to autistic adults. The program also employs mentors with developmental disabilities. Watch the Video
MADISON HOUSE IN THE NEWS
Awareness and Acceptance | Times Square Campaign
We are celebrating the potential of adults with autism and the extraordinary contributions of their parents with donated space on a billboard in Times Square during April, Autism Awareness Month. The campaign draws attention to loving parents and their adult children with autism who face a very uncertain, and often isolated future. Parents across the country face the daily nightmare of not knowing what will happen to their child when they are gone. They are asking, Where will my child live? How will he or she be cared for? Who will pay?
Dr Gregory Prince: Commencement Speech Commentary
Dr. Gregory A. Prince, co-founder of Madison House Autism Foundation, spoke to the Rockville High School class of 2012 in Montgomery County. His youngest son Madison, who is on the autism spectrum, is part of the class of 2012. At 22 years old, Madison’s high school experience comes to an end this year and like hundreds of thousands of others who age out of school programs when they reach adulthood, he faces a very different future than most of the class. Dr. Prince comments on his approach to the commencement speech. Watch the Video
Autistic. Artistic. A Life Ahead featured on Fox News
Artistic. Autistic. A Life Ahead” exhibit sponsored by Madison House Autism Foundation and Johns Hopkins University Montgomery County Campus. The exhibit offered a unique window into the world of autism experienced by adults on the autism spectrum and those affected by it. Watch the Video
Rockville Art Show Spotlights Young Adults With Autism
Autism is much more prevalent than previously thought. A new study out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says one in 88 children are coping with autism. Read More…
Maryland Autism Foundation Hosts Art Show To Promote Autism Awareness
Emily Meehan held up one of her oil paintings. The bluebird on the canvas shone with electric sapphire blues, perched atop an earthy brown branch. She spoke loudly and clearly, reflecting on one of her favorite pieces. “I pride myself in every detail of the bird,” she said. “That’s why it looks so real.” Read More…
Artists on the Spectrum
“Autistic. Artistic. A Life Ahead.,” a multimedia art exhibit on display at Johns Hopkins University’s Montgomery County campus through June 1 features the work of 32 adults with autism.
Co-sponsored by the Madison House Autism Foundation and Johns Hopkins, the exhibit seeks to raise awareness about autism while providing artists with an opportunity to showcase their talent.Read More…
NEWS CLIPS/VIDEOS
TV News Report on Carly Fleischman
Apps for Autism – 60 Minutes
Autistic people whose condition prevents them from speaking are making breakthroughs with the help of tablet computers and special applications that allow them to communicate, some for the first time. Watch The Video…
Autistic and Seeking a Place in an Adult World
For weeks, Justin Canha, a high school student with autism, a love of cartoons and a gift for drawing, had rehearsed for the job interview at a local animation studio. Watch The Video…
OTHER NEWS
Chestnut Hill College to Offer Professional Autism Programs
Local Philadelphia College offers training and certification for those working specifically with autistic adults Read More…
Autistic Man Brings Micro-business to Towson City Center Read More…
New Bakery Employs Autistic Adults Read More…