Area family participates in Autism Speaks
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A Sabina area family is asking for community support to bring awareness and to help raise funds in the fight against autism.
Tony, Titan, Tate, Coleen and Brandi Thompson will be walking in Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism fundraising event May 22 at Coney Island in Cincinnati.
"Please support our team — Tates Troop. We would be honored if you would join our team and walk with us on walk day or if you are unable to attend then you may make a donation to our team. Together we can make a difference by advancing and accelerating autism research. So let’s get walking for Autism Speaks," Brandi Thompson said. "Help make a difference for Tate."
Tate's story
"Tate was diagnosed with Autism in April 2007 when he was 33 months old," Brandi Thompson said. "We realized something was wrong with Tate when he was 18 months old. After extensive testing we heard those words that changed our lives forever: Your son has Autism. Tate’s behavior was so out of control with the hitting, kicking and screaming. He had no verbal speech, he would spin around and around for hours at a time. He couldn’t understand how to play with toys so he would throw and break them. It was hard to go anywhere because he would cry every time we put him in the car and the grocery store was totally out of the question. Imagine every time you tried to hug or kiss your child, they would scream, kick and hit you. You couldn’t stand, touch or play by him. Holidays were a nightmare. Tate always ended up in his bedroom by himself."
"Three years and a whole lot of tears later, with early intervention, speech therapy, occupational therapy, years at a developmental disability preschool, at home services and the love of two parents and the understanding of family and friends, we can finally hug and kiss our special little boy," Thompson said. "Holidays are getting better. Tate loves car rides, he still loves to swing and jump on his bed and trampoline. No more kicking, hitting or throwing unless were playing, he let’s some people play with him sometimes and kid’s are aloud to stand beside him now. He does still spin from time to time and he has reached Phase 6 with Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and he is trying to verbally communicate with us.
"We are so proud of him. I can go on and on about all the leaps and bounds that he has made In the last three years. So, don’t give up hope — we didn’t, now look at our little boy! It wouldn’t have been possible without all of his special teachers, family and friends. We are so thankful and grateful for all of their help, love and support they have given not to just Tate, but to us as well. The lives of children who are challenged by autism like our sweet little boy Tate, will be made more hopeful with every dollar spent on research. He inspires more hope in us with each smile, every laugh and every hug he gives us. Tate is truly a special gift and we are lucky to have him as our son!"
RESEARCH = HOPE for families affected by autism
Autism Speaks - Walk Now for Autism is the signature fundraising event of Autism Speaks and is the nations largest Walk program dedicated to autism research. Since its inception in May 2000, hundreds of thousands of people have participated in Autism Speaks — Walk Now for Autism and collectively more than 80 events have raised over $30 million for autism research. Please help families like ours find the answers! Autsim Speaks
Autism is a lifelong neurological disorder that impairs a person’s ability to communicate and relate to others
Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in the United States. One in every 150 children born will be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder Autism affects four times more boys that girls and is likely to strike at least 1 in 10 siblings of those diagnosed with the disorder Autism receives less than 5 percent of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases. Most people with autism require lifelong supervision and care and only 7 percent of children with autism go on to be independent
"We hope that you will join our team and walk with us," Thompson said. "Visit
www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/cincinnati/tatestroop to sign up."
An Autism Speaks fundraiser will be hosted by Thompson and Stephanie Dunn on March 20 from 5-7 p.m. at The Lighter House, 146 North Howard St., Sabina, 45169.
A Sabina area family is asking for community support to bring awareness and to help raise funds in the fight against autism.
Tony, Titan, Tate, Coleen and Brandi Thompson will be walking in Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism fundraising event May 22 at Coney Island in Cincinnati.
"Please support our team — Tates Troop. We would be honored if you would join our team and walk with us on walk day or if you are unable to attend then you may make a donation to our team. Together we can make a difference by advancing and accelerating autism research. So let’s get walking for Autism Speaks," Brandi Thompson said. "Help make a difference for Tate."
Tate's story
"Tate was diagnosed with Autism in April 2007 when he was 33 months old," Brandi Thompson said. "We realized something was wrong with Tate when he was 18 months old. After extensive testing we heard those words that changed our lives forever: Your son has Autism. Tate’s behavior was so out of control with the hitting, kicking and screaming. He had no verbal speech, he would spin around and around for hours at a time. He couldn’t understand how to play with toys so he would throw and break them. It was hard to go anywhere because he would cry every time we put him in the car and the grocery store was totally out of the question. Imagine every time you tried to hug or kiss your child, they would scream, kick and hit you. You couldn’t stand, touch or play by him. Holidays were a nightmare. Tate always ended up in his bedroom by himself."
"Three years and a whole lot of tears later, with early intervention, speech therapy, occupational therapy, years at a developmental disability preschool, at home services and the love of two parents and the understanding of family and friends, we can finally hug and kiss our special little boy," Thompson said. "Holidays are getting better. Tate loves car rides, he still loves to swing and jump on his bed and trampoline. No more kicking, hitting or throwing unless were playing, he let’s some people play with him sometimes and kid’s are aloud to stand beside him now. He does still spin from time to time and he has reached Phase 6 with Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and he is trying to verbally communicate with us.
"We are so proud of him. I can go on and on about all the leaps and bounds that he has made In the last three years. So, don’t give up hope — we didn’t, now look at our little boy! It wouldn’t have been possible without all of his special teachers, family and friends. We are so thankful and grateful for all of their help, love and support they have given not to just Tate, but to us as well. The lives of children who are challenged by autism like our sweet little boy Tate, will be made more hopeful with every dollar spent on research. He inspires more hope in us with each smile, every laugh and every hug he gives us. Tate is truly a special gift and we are lucky to have him as our son!"[[In-content Ad]]
Tony, Titan, Tate, Coleen and Brandi Thompson will be walking in Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism fundraising event May 22 at Coney Island in Cincinnati.
"Please support our team — Tates Troop. We would be honored if you would join our team and walk with us on walk day or if you are unable to attend then you may make a donation to our team. Together we can make a difference by advancing and accelerating autism research. So let’s get walking for Autism Speaks," Brandi Thompson said. "Help make a difference for Tate."
Tate's story
"Tate was diagnosed with Autism in April 2007 when he was 33 months old," Brandi Thompson said. "We realized something was wrong with Tate when he was 18 months old. After extensive testing we heard those words that changed our lives forever: Your son has Autism. Tate’s behavior was so out of control with the hitting, kicking and screaming. He had no verbal speech, he would spin around and around for hours at a time. He couldn’t understand how to play with toys so he would throw and break them. It was hard to go anywhere because he would cry every time we put him in the car and the grocery store was totally out of the question. Imagine every time you tried to hug or kiss your child, they would scream, kick and hit you. You couldn’t stand, touch or play by him. Holidays were a nightmare. Tate always ended up in his bedroom by himself."
"Three years and a whole lot of tears later, with early intervention, speech therapy, occupational therapy, years at a developmental disability preschool, at home services and the love of two parents and the understanding of family and friends, we can finally hug and kiss our special little boy," Thompson said. "Holidays are getting better. Tate loves car rides, he still loves to swing and jump on his bed and trampoline. No more kicking, hitting or throwing unless were playing, he let’s some people play with him sometimes and kid’s are aloud to stand beside him now. He does still spin from time to time and he has reached Phase 6 with Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and he is trying to verbally communicate with us.
"We are so proud of him. I can go on and on about all the leaps and bounds that he has made In the last three years. So, don’t give up hope — we didn’t, now look at our little boy! It wouldn’t have been possible without all of his special teachers, family and friends. We are so thankful and grateful for all of their help, love and support they have given not to just Tate, but to us as well. The lives of children who are challenged by autism like our sweet little boy Tate, will be made more hopeful with every dollar spent on research. He inspires more hope in us with each smile, every laugh and every hug he gives us. Tate is truly a special gift and we are lucky to have him as our son!"
RESEARCH = HOPE for families affected by autism
Autism Speaks - Walk Now for Autism is the signature fundraising event of Autism Speaks and is the nations largest Walk program dedicated to autism research. Since its inception in May 2000, hundreds of thousands of people have participated in Autism Speaks — Walk Now for Autism and collectively more than 80 events have raised over $30 million for autism research. Please help families like ours find the answers! Autsim Speaks
Autism is a lifelong neurological disorder that impairs a person’s ability to communicate and relate to others
Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in the United States. One in every 150 children born will be diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder Autism affects four times more boys that girls and is likely to strike at least 1 in 10 siblings of those diagnosed with the disorder Autism receives less than 5 percent of the research funding of many less prevalent childhood diseases. Most people with autism require lifelong supervision and care and only 7 percent of children with autism go on to be independent
"We hope that you will join our team and walk with us," Thompson said. "Visit
www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/cincinnati/tatestroop to sign up."
An Autism Speaks fundraiser will be hosted by Thompson and Stephanie Dunn on March 20 from 5-7 p.m. at The Lighter House, 146 North Howard St., Sabina, 45169.
A Sabina area family is asking for community support to bring awareness and to help raise funds in the fight against autism.
Tony, Titan, Tate, Coleen and Brandi Thompson will be walking in Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism fundraising event May 22 at Coney Island in Cincinnati.
"Please support our team — Tates Troop. We would be honored if you would join our team and walk with us on walk day or if you are unable to attend then you may make a donation to our team. Together we can make a difference by advancing and accelerating autism research. So let’s get walking for Autism Speaks," Brandi Thompson said. "Help make a difference for Tate."
Tate's story
"Tate was diagnosed with Autism in April 2007 when he was 33 months old," Brandi Thompson said. "We realized something was wrong with Tate when he was 18 months old. After extensive testing we heard those words that changed our lives forever: Your son has Autism. Tate’s behavior was so out of control with the hitting, kicking and screaming. He had no verbal speech, he would spin around and around for hours at a time. He couldn’t understand how to play with toys so he would throw and break them. It was hard to go anywhere because he would cry every time we put him in the car and the grocery store was totally out of the question. Imagine every time you tried to hug or kiss your child, they would scream, kick and hit you. You couldn’t stand, touch or play by him. Holidays were a nightmare. Tate always ended up in his bedroom by himself."
"Three years and a whole lot of tears later, with early intervention, speech therapy, occupational therapy, years at a developmental disability preschool, at home services and the love of two parents and the understanding of family and friends, we can finally hug and kiss our special little boy," Thompson said. "Holidays are getting better. Tate loves car rides, he still loves to swing and jump on his bed and trampoline. No more kicking, hitting or throwing unless were playing, he let’s some people play with him sometimes and kid’s are aloud to stand beside him now. He does still spin from time to time and he has reached Phase 6 with Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and he is trying to verbally communicate with us.
"We are so proud of him. I can go on and on about all the leaps and bounds that he has made In the last three years. So, don’t give up hope — we didn’t, now look at our little boy! It wouldn’t have been possible without all of his special teachers, family and friends. We are so thankful and grateful for all of their help, love and support they have given not to just Tate, but to us as well. The lives of children who are challenged by autism like our sweet little boy Tate, will be made more hopeful with every dollar spent on research. He inspires more hope in us with each smile, every laugh and every hug he gives us. Tate is truly a special gift and we are lucky to have him as our son!"[[In-content Ad]]