Article | September 30, 202350 Years of Change: Looking at the Laws that Protect and Advance People with Autism Learn about the policies that impact the lives of children, youth and adults with autism. Read article
In the news | September 29, 2023‘We’ve Got To Do More’: Providers Seek To Close Gap In Mental Health Care For Neurodiverse People Providers say mental health care for the neurodiverse community falls short. The piece explores barriers to access and highlights Catalight’s efforts to close the care gap by addressing the shortage of clinicians. Read News
In the news | September 29, 2023Catalight Career Advancement Services Offers a Look Into Accommodations for the Neurodivergent Learn how Catalight boosts employment outcomes for neurodivergent candidates seeking employment and the benefits to employers who provide accommodations. Read News
Article | September 15, 2023What’s in a Name? The History of Autism Spectrum Disorder This Catalight article traces how the name autism spectrum disorder came to be and how shifting terminology reflects changing understanding of autism over time. Read article
Article | September 14, 2023Words Matter Person-first vs. identity-first language in autism communication matters. Catalight’s guidelines promote respectful, person-centered communication for neurodiverse communities and effective advocacy in autism care. Read article
Article | September 13, 2023Virtual Support, Real Progress Catalight shows how virtual support via telehealth enhances care for autism and I/DDs, boosting access, engagement, and quality of life for individuals and their families. Read article
Article | August 29, 2023Preparing for a Lifelong Career in Behavioral Health Catalight outlines how to prepare for a lifelong career in behavioral health, from gaining practical experience to building resilience, skills, and meaningful connections in the field. Read article
Article | August 22, 2023Solving the Access Issue Once and For All Catalight explores challenges in behavioral health access and highlights models that provide timely, quality care for people with autism and other developmental disabilities. Read article
Article | August 17, 2023Successful Careers in ASD and I/DD Care Careers in autism and I/DD support are growing, offering meaningful work that helps individuals and families while addressing the rising demand for skilled, compassionate professionals. Read article
Article | August 9, 2023Doing More with Less: High Quality Care with Greater Efficiency Market conditions coupled with rising autism rates present many challenges for stakeholders in behavioral health care. Learn how value-based care is the path forward. Read article
