As a parent, volunteer and professional Cindy understands the often misunderstood world of the autism family. Among her volunteer experiences, she has been a Global Advisor for Billion Strong, a subject matter expert for the Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center for Quality Management, a member of the Illinois State Rehabilitation Council, a member of the National Disability Institute's Financial Wellness Committee, a graduate o f the Illinois Partners in Policymaking Program, a founding member of the Chicago Rowing Foundation's adaptive rowing program (Pauly's Pals), and she worked in the financial industry for years before becoming a full-time parent. Her company, TeachAbility, provided work experiences for students with disabilities in places like the MassMutual, Chicago Dogs Independent Baseball Team, a Federal Legislator, and Ravinia, the oldest music festival in North America. She has a Social Impact Strategy credential from the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA in Finance from DePaul University and a BA in Sociology from the University of Michigan. She lives in Park Ridge, IL with her husband of 27 years, near their two grown sons.
As a parent, volunteer and professional Cindy understands the often misunderstood world of the autism family. Among her volunteer experiences, she has been a Global Advisor for Billion Strong, a subject matter expert for the Vocational Rehabilitation Technical Assistance Center for Quality Management, a member of the Illinois State Rehabilitation Council, a member of the National Disability Institute's Financial Wellness Committee, a graduate...
Meet Shiloh, a fun, curious, autistic 10-year-old who is a little nervous but mostly excited to go on a plane for the first time. With the help of family and Eli the Elephant, Shiloh and even Mom and Dad learn new things that make the plane ride easier for everyone.
Advice From Someone Who Is Autistic, His Friends, Classmates, Teammates, Mentors, and Family From Elementary School Through the College Years
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an "in-betweener" in a world divided by labels?
Pauly gets candid about being caught between two worlds: neurotypical and neurodivergent. This story is their celebration of autism, authentic relationships, and resilience. You'll find this anecdote enlightening if you or someone you know is grappling...
Give the gift of a calm and happy home to your autistic child and the whole family. Learn immediate tips and strategies in this heavily researched book as well as mindsets that will prevent problems in your marriage.
