Fashion For Autism

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Do you know someone who has been affected by Autism? According to Autism Speaks: “Today, it is estimated that one in every 150 children is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined. An estimated 1.5 million individuals in the U.S. and tens of millions worldwide are affected by autism. Government statistics suggest the prevalence rate of autism is increasing 10-17 percent annually.”
Isn’t that reason enough to do something? We need to figure out why this is happening to our children, and why each year the numbers keep increasing. One man has heard his calling, and is trying to do something. Edwing D’angelo is using the fashion platform to draw attention to Autism. He’s calling on us all to “Be Significant“.
Fashion For Autism is a charity that benefits AMAC (Association of Metroarea for Austic Children). The idea is to help families find competent support and resources within their community. It’s not easy caring for a child with Autism, especially if you don’t have a support system. Edwing D’angelo wants to not only raise awareness, but help families get the kind of help they need. “We are proposing with the linkage of other organization to create a safe and caring place where families can go to receive the appropriate intervention and advocacy services that will assist them in caring for their child.”

To get involved contact

debbie@edwingdangelo.com

What is Autism?

According to Autism Speaks:

Autism is a general term used to describe a group of complex developmental brain disorders known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD). The other pervasive developmental disorders are PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not
Otherwise Specified), Asperger’s Syndrome, Rett Syndrome and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder. Many parents and professionals refer to this group as Autism Spectrum Disorders.
For more information on Autism go to: Autism Speaks