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Autism is in the national spotlight, and Catalight is advancing the conversation. Chief Clinical Officer Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., shared insights in major news outlets as we continue advocating for inclusion and support for individuals with autism and other I/DDs.

Catalight Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Samelson highlighted the complexity of autism, emphasizing that it is a diverse condition shaped by many factors – not a single cause or explanation.

According to the CDC’s newest prevalence data, 1 in 31 children in the United States has autism, highlighting the growing need for compassionate, person-centered care and supportive systems for families and individuals.

A teacher turned caregiver learned life-changing ABA strategies to support her autistic son—transforming both his growth and her parenting. Discover how our caregiver-mediated approach empowered their family.

Catalight’s 2024 was a year filled with growth and progress. We expanded our reach, empowered thousands of families and played a key role in driving meaningful change across the intellectual and developmental disability care industry…

Catalight’s 2024 was a year filled with growth and progress. We expanded our reach, empowered thousands of families and played a key role in driving meaningful change across the intellectual and developmental disability care industry…

With the holiday season in full swing, thoughts naturally turn to the magic of giving and acts of kindness. At Catalight, that spirit lies at the heart of everything we do. Our yearlong goal is to empower individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities…

We believe that every person, regardless of their abilities, should feel connected, supported, understood and valued. For individuals with autism or other intellectual or developmental disabilities, building and maintaining these connections can sometimes be more challenging, but it is no less vital. Staying connected to others…

In the latest episode of our podcast, “What’s Up With Catalight!,” internationally renowned author and lecturer Peter Vermeulen, a Passwerk Lifetime Achievement Award winner for his more than 30 years of work in the field of autism, talks about not letting autism overshadow the needs of a child…

From celebrating the remarkable achievements of Paralympic athletes to reflecting on the enriching visit from Achieve Australia, we, at Catalight, have been given the opportunity to better understand global perspective. The successful integration of the innovative RUBI program and episode launches of our podcast and webinar series highlight further…

As the school year kicks back in to gear, we understand that transitions can be particularly challenging for children with autism. The shift from the relaxed days of summer to the structured environment of school often brings a host of new experiences and expectations that can…

This month, we’re reminded of our nation’s history, Disability Independence Day (which commemorates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act) on July 26 and the profound importance of independence in all its forms. At Catalight, we reflect on the strides our community has made toward fostering…