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A year and a half after he was born, Michael Giangregorio’s son, Nicholas, was diagnosed with a developmental disability that, for his father, was at once terrifying, mind-numbing and life-altering.
Nicholas, Michael was told, had a severe form of autism.
Michael, who is now 48, had a choice, he said, after Nicholas’s diagnosis. He could wallow in despair, or he could accept his son’s condition and not only live with it, but also embrace a new life within the “autism community.” He chose the latter, which has brought its challenges, for sure, but also great satisfaction and joy.
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By Scott Brinton
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12/26/13
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Joshua’s Journey hosted “Supermarket Bingo” to benefit Autism Speaks and the American Diabetes Association on Fri., Oct. 5 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Lynbrook. With a full house, …
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By Mary Malloy
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10/18/12
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If you happened to notice a lot of people wearing blue shirts last week, it wasn’t a coincidence. April 2, recognized internationally as World Autism Awareness Day, was also Light it Up Blue Day, a global initiative to spread autism awareness.
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By David Weingrad
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4/12/12
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On Monday February 27, I had the pleasure of meeting a new and upcoming band, “Paging Grace.” The band consists of drummer Rafe Tangorra, guitarist Will Ahrens, guitarist Phil Firetog, lead …
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By Ashley Gazes
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3/7/12
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On Sunday, October 2, the Wangels of Lynbrook, along with thousands of other friends and family members of those afflicted with autism, gathered at parking field No. 5 at Jones Beach to attend the …
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10/5/11
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Joshua Wangel is a happy and healthy 10-year old, and at first glance, he appears to be a typical boy of his age. But after spending a while with him, it’s then that you’ll notice that he …
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By Mary Malloy
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9/22/11
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The State Senate and Assembly passed legislation on June 17 to ensure that people with autism receive insurance coverage for the screening, diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
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By David Weingrad
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6/23/11
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