Autism Acceptance is
Empowerment. Inclusion. Respect. Understanding. Support. Community. Belonging. Love.
Because One World is for Everyone.
Luke's Journey at Bancroft
Luke’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of support and the unwavering belief in an individual’s potential.
Stories
Chris's Story
Tom and Ellene Kowal are the grandparents and primary caregivers of Christopher, a young man with autism in Bancroft’s adult residential care. This is their story…
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Tommy's Story
Diagnosed with autism, Tommy struggled with severe school anxiety, leading to three school changes within first grade. Faced with these challenges, his parents searched for an educational environment where Tommy…
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Marcello's Story
Marcello’s family struggled for years to safely care for him at their home in California. They turned to Bancroft’s residential program for children living with profound autism, Lindens, with the…
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Resources
Understanding and Managing Emotions
At Bancroft’s Kohler Academy, a colorful, interactive Zones of Regulation wall is giving students a visual and engaging way to recognize how they’re feeling and what strategies can help. Learn…
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Empowering Your Loved One’s Autism Journey: A Roadmap to Support
Caring for a child with autism can be challenging, scary and confusing. As a parent, you constantly worry whether you’re doing the right thing, making the best decision, or going…
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The Impact of Sensory Rooms: Regulate, Engage, Thrive
Sensory rooms have been gaining more attention lately, and for good reason. In my 45 years as an occupational therapist working with children and adults with autism and other intellectual…
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Beyond Graduation: Transition Planning for Children with Autism
Graduation day is a joyous milestone marking the culmination of years of learning and growth. But, what comes next? This is a question on many of our parents’ minds…
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Picky Eater or Problem Eater? A Guide for Parents of Children with Autism
Picky eating is a common occurrence in children, and picky eating and autism often go hand-in-hand. But sometimes children with autism encounter challenges that can turn picky eating…
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Essential Guide to Special Needs Estate Planning
As a parent/caregiver to your loved one with autism or other intellectual or developmental disability, you’ve worked hard to ensure they receive the best care possible. But what if…
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