The Rand family of Victorville, CA, has begun hosting “Autism Eats” events at local restaurants for families with children who are autistic or who have special needs. The objective of these social events is to bring families of autistic children together in an informal atmosphere to have conversations with like-minded people. The Rands themselves have an autistic child.
Local couple hosts ‘Autism Eats’ events to offer families support, comfort #spd
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Events that are inclusive of families dealing with autism shows true support.
The events allow families to enjoy a meal in a nonjudgmental environment where everyone understands the challenges presented while raising an autistic child. Families provide each other support and encouragement, and openly share experiences—which can be especially beneficial to those with newly-diagnosed autistic children. The camaraderie helps build mutually beneficial relationships.
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The Rands said many times their family has visited an eatery where Peyton has acted out because the pizza has “off colors” or the noise was too loud. Their son has also been known to scream, attack his parents or inflict injury on himself.
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The couple made the decision to host “Autism Eats” events for families who want to enjoy a good meal and conservation with like-minded people who have children with autism or special needs.
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It’s a place where you don’t feel the need to educate people before anything happens
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Autism Eats was created by an East Coast family who wanted to provide an autism-friendly, non-judgmental environments for family dining, socializing and connecting with others who share similar joys and challenges
