Events train first responders on autism and raise funds for families

Communities in Idaho, Massachusetts, Arizona and Ireland are offering programs and events to support autistic people and their families. Pocatello is training first responders to recognize autistic traits and de-escalate crisis calls, while also holding a session to help families communicate useful information to emergency personnel. In Taunton, a holiday bazaar and resource fair will connect families with service providers, and a Tucson event will showcase autistic artists’ work and performances while raising funds for a local autism organization. In Galway, an upcoming sensory-considerate science workshop will invite neurodivergent children and families to explore water science through hands-on activities. Separately, a hot-wing challenge in Athlone raised an estimated €1,500 to €2,000 for autism charity AsIAm.