Summer vacation is the perfect time to explore new adventures and share memorable experiences with your child. When schools close for the break, it might seem challenging to keep your non-verbal autistic child engaged and entertained, especially if you live in Tampa where the summers can get quite hot. However, Tampa is filled with opportunities...
Autism Awareness Day is a time for us to celebrate the unique and incredible individuals within the autism spectrum community. At Give Kids a Voice, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to express themselves and be heard. Today, we want to share the inspiring story of Robert Norton, a young autistic and non-verbal...
The safety of children is a top priority for parents and caregivers everywhere. Unfortunately, children with communication challenges, such as those with non-verbal autism, may face increased safety risks if they become lost or wander away from caregivers. That's why we at www.givekidsavoice.org are dedicated to empowering non-verbal children and their families by providing them...
Communication is a fundamental aspect of our lives, allowing us to express our thoughts, needs, and emotions. For individuals with speech and language challenges, communication can be a daunting task. This is where Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices come in, offering a lifeline to those who struggle with speech. In this blog post, we'll...
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be one of the most challenging. When your child has autism, those challenges can be amplified. When your child is non-verbal, those challenges can feel overwhelming. This is the reality for parents of non-verbal autistic children like Robert. As a...
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as each child with autism is unique and may have different needs and challenges. However, here are some strategies that may be helpful for single parents with a child with autism.Seeking support from family and friends. It can be overwhelming to be a single parent, especially when...
Happy Halloween everyone! Here are 5 tips that I wanted to share with you that have helped us enjoy Halloween.#1 Choosing a sensory friendly costumeBeing realistic and having a true understanding of your child's needs is the key to success in my opinion. Choosing a costume that may not necessarily be a "conventional costume" is...
Happy Fall Everyone!Wanted to send a quick update, as many of you know we have been working on the application that will serve as the communication component in our devices. We have finished testing the third version of said application on our devices. Everything seems to be in working order and we are moving forward...
We have received our first 100 devices! We are working with our app development firm to add over 350 cards to the givekidsavoice.org app. This involves digitally separating the images, naming them, and recording voices for them in English and Spanish. We hope to complete this process within the next few weeks and begin testing. Thank you again...
Stress is a normal part of life, something that most people and most families experience. Families with autistic children can experience higher stress levels than other families. They might feel stress due to: accepting your child's diagnosis, coming to terms with it and what it means for your child navigating day to day life, managing your...