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Autism Diet and Nutrition Specialist, Julie Matthews, shares the reasoning why improved diets help children with autism spectrum disorders. Read More


United States of Autism - The Movie




Follow one man's 11,000 mile, 40 day journey across the American landscape to visit 20 families and individuals affected by autism while searching for answers for his own son. With interviews from around the nation that include the widest spectrum of backgrounds - each conducted in the participants' original language - the film weaves a broad and compelling tapestry across the spectrum of American life in all its faiths, disparities, colors, and cultures. What he learns along the way will change not only his life, but the lives of those he meets, forever. It's a story about the best days that still lie ahead for our nation, the families, and the people who give America its heart.

Watch the Trailer & Request a Screening in Your Town


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About GR

Generation Rescue is dedicated to recovery for children with autism spectrum disorders by providing guidance and support for medical treatment to directly improve the child's quality of life for all families in need.




*None of the information presented here should be considered medical advice or a "cure" for autism. The information presented represents strategies for dealing with autism that have been reported as successful by professionals and/or families with autism. While we believe this information to be accurate we are not in a position to independently verify it and cannot guarantee that it will work in any particular case. No treatment for autism should be attempted without prior consultation with a physician familiar with autism spectrum disorders.

Hello from Chicago!  As the Generation Rescue team is putting the final touches together for tonight's event – the 6th annual Rescue Our Angels Cocktail Party & Auction – I am reflecting back on all the amazing things that we have accomplished over the years.

While the numbers are growing and it's very disturbing, Generation Rescue has increased its support to the community.

If you are reading this message now, you are either a member or a supporter and I would like to take a minute to say thank you.  Without the help of our supporters (that means you) many of the great things we have accomplished would not have happened.

I am in awe of the hard work and dedication that you have all given Generation Rescue and am reminded of how great the GR community is every time I receive a letter or email from a parent telling me their child's success story.

However, there is a lot more to be done.  I would like to end April, aka Autism Awareness Month, with a bang!  Below are events, blogs and articles that list out ways you can make a difference.

Sincerely,
Candace McDonald
Executive Director

SUCCESS STORY: Meet Harrison

By Cody Jordan

Hero is defined as "one of distinguished courage or ability."  Inspire is "to produce or arouse a feeling or thought." What this means to me is that heroes inspire hope in those who look to them.   They do this through finding success in the most challenging and difficult circumstances.  We even write about this in elementary school.  I remember getting that assignment at multiple grade levels, and my hero was always the same: my father.  That was then. . .

 

Things have changed, and I have a new hero: my son, Harrison.  Ever since fighting his way back from a nearly nonverbal form of autism, Harrison has definitely fit the role of hero.  He HAS found success in the most difficult and challenging circumstances; he HAS looked adversity in the face and not given up.  And through this, he inspired a hope in me that wouldn't quit.  Whenever I think my day is difficult, I look to what he fought through for basic survival in this world, and my problems suddenly become minuscule.

Read Harrison's full story here.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Our Scientific Advisory Committee is a group of pre-eminent researchers, diagnosticians and clinicians brought together to design and implement high-quality methods for evaluating biomedical treatments.

Meet the committee members here. 

UPCOMING EVENTS 

AutismOne & Generation Rescue 2013 Conference

May 22-26, 2013
Intercontinental Hotel O'Hare Chicago, Rosemont, IL

The focus of the 2013 AutismOne & Generation Rescue Conference this year is "Finding Answers" and "Recovery on a Budget" two very common subjects in the autism community. 

You've Got Questions. We've Got Answers.

Answers in Prevention, Treatment, Recovery, Education and Care. Learn that recovery is not only possible; it's possible on a budget!

For More Information.

White Sox vs. Marlins - Game & Pre-Party Fundraiser

May 26, 2013
U.S. Cellular Field, Chicago, IL

The Chicago White Sox, in partnership with Rescue Our Angels, Generation Rescue and AutismOne, invite you out to join Jenny McCarthy for a day at the ball park to support a very special cause.

On Sunday, May 26th, specially priced tickets have been set aside for the White Sox game against the Miami Marlins. Proceeds from every ticket sold will support Generation Rescue, AutismOne, and the continued treatment, recovery, and prevention of autism. 

Get your tickets now. 

 

Golf for Hope

June 10, 2013
Sand Creek Country Club, 1001 Sand Creek Drive, Chesterton IN 46304

Help us spread the word about Generation Rescue's 1st Annual "Golf for Hope" Classic! Proceeds from the event will go directly to Generation Rescue's programs and services.

The tournament will be held on Monday, June 10, 2013, at the Sand Creek Golf Course, about 45 minutes outside of Chicago, in Chesterton, IN. As a member of our community, you have the ability to make this tournament a successful fundraising event for Generation Rescue. This is a wonderful opportunity to cultivate clients, reward employees, and build stronger relationships with vendors and customers. All sponsorship levels are available on a first come, first serve basis.

For more information email Annette Beavers or Event Organizer DeAnn Stephens.

Karma sponsors Rescue Our Angels event

Karma, a social membership organization that combines the benefits of executive networking, philanthropy and luxury events, has been named a sponsor of the 6th annual Rescue Our Angels event, in an effort to raise awareness of autism and generate funds to support families coping with autism diagnoses. All proceeds raised at the event will go towards Generation Rescue's programs and services.

Read more about Karma here. 

Join Me at AutismOne!

In her latest blog post, Maryann DellaRocco shares why she will be at the 2013 AutismOne conference and why you should too!

Read Maryann's reasons now.



Military Support For The Autism Community

If you Google "Military Programs and Autism" you will most likely get about 3,140,000 hits. That's a lot of articles to read through if you're a parent of a child newly diagnosed with autism (or even and experienced one). Luckily we at GR enjoy skimming through the "important" articles and then fact checking to make sure you are getting the most up to date information!

Read more about military support here.

First off, What is Speech Apraxia?

Blogger Kimberly Ruckman explains what Speech Apraxia is and shares her son's story about overcoming this speech disorder.

Read Kimberly's blog post here.