Kids & Family - Dec. 13, 2008
Art therapy leads to friendship and a book deal
Originally, Jeanette Lesada was assigned to work with Matthew Lancelle through her job at the Wisconsin Early Autism Program (WEAP). However, when Lesada's position was cut due to a funding shortage, Lesada knew they had a special relationship with Lancelle and decided to continue working with him as a volunteer. The two wrote a book in 2006 and are working on a new project.
Tags: autism, jeanette lesada, matthew lancelle, autistic, "sundays with matthew, " screenplay

Kids & Family - March 31, 2008
Autism in Wisconsin: Rising numbers call for increased resources
Because Wisconsin does not mandate insurance coverage for autistic kids, parents like Wauwatosa's Christine and Eric Prigge turn to agencies like Easter Seals for help.
Tags: autism, Easter Seals, Christine Prigge, Eric Prigge, autistic

Living - May 4, 2009
Humble Me
Several years ago, my trip to the Philippines connected many dots for me. After traveling 14 hours, my aunt and uncle from Milwaukee picked us up from the airport and took us to their home. In the mode of getting my bearings, unpacking and paying my respects to whomever else was in the dark ...
Tags: clearbrook, beathouse music, autism, downs syndrome, cerebral palsy