When it comes to employing the neurodiverse — don’t just be nice, be kind

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Two big things happened in the past few weeks. One: I was selected to be honored by Arc of Morris for my advocacy for hiring the neurodiverse.

(It’s nice that people are noticing — and, more so, that so many people have made it their mission to help all those with challenges.) Two: My autistic son, who lives in Utah, got a job.

(Woo-hoo!) Employment for those on the spectrum is difficult. Some stats show only 1 in 6 has gainful employment — but, truth be told, no one is really sure about the numbers.

This fact, however, is clear: Many of those who are employed work in jobs far beneath their ability. So, forgive me if I ask you […].



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