September 2025 How a Legacy Lives On Through Giving How a Legacy Lives On Through Giving The Future Of Autism—From Barriers To Breakthroughs Catalight Pathfinders: Sarah Muñoz Insights and Innovations from Catalight How a Legacy Lives On Through Giving David Murphy’s laughter left an impression and his smile continues to live on in the hearts of those who loved and cared for him. His grin was first sparked by an Easterseals therapist and was infinitely cherished by his family. To honor his memory, his mother, Reba, gifted adaptive iPads to Easterseals Northern California, ensuring that other children experience joy and connection through communication. Read Reba’s Story The Future Of Autism—From Barriers To Breakthroughs Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., Chief Clinical Officer at Catalight, stresses that inclusive design of public spaces should include listening to autistic individuals and families. She highlights how overlooked details in even the most essential places, like public restrooms, can limit access to critical facilities and create unpredictable or dangerous situations for families. See How Design Matters Join Our Speaker Lineup! Deadline Extended Catalight Pathfinders: Sarah Muñoz Pathfinders spotlights Catalight’s Sarah Muñoz, Psy.D., a diagnostic evaluator and animal lover, whose joy comes from playful assessments and teamwork.Meet Sarah Quick Links What’s Up With Catalight! Podcast – Evidence Will Sometimes Break Your Heart (and That’s OK) Photo Gallery: Catalight at APA Conference Catalight’s Lindsey Sneed appeared on the Rad N’ Bad podcast to talk parent-mediated interventions [email protected]2730 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 ©2025 Catalight. All rights reserved. Unsubscribe
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