As April wraps up as both National Autism Month and National Occupational Therapy Month, it is easy to reflect upon the positive attention given to each of these during the past month. Through our blog and Facebook page, we hope that we were able to help spread visibility of these important topics. Here are some links for additional information and resources for both Autism and Occupational Therapy:
- Autism Speaks
- Autism Society
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- Advance Magazine for Occupational Therapists
Did you participate in any events for Autism or OT Month? Annivar Salgado, a volunteer for Autism Speaks, wrote the following poem titled “Light It Up Blue” to help spread the message of Autism Awareness this month:
Light it up blue, it’s so easy to do
Doesn’t take very long, shows how love can be strong
For the kids who we know, need support as they grow
And for families too, who are counting on you
So come lend us a hand, throughout this wondrous’ land
We can all play a part, when we give from the heart
Take a moment today, for the 1 in 88
Who each day of their lives, show such courage and pride
And when this day is through, don’t just take off the blue
Keep this light glowing bright, and continue the fight
For it won’t end today, when the blue lights all fade
It’s a journey for life, filled with joy and with strife
But today you can show, with this small little glow
That we’re never alone, in this land we call home
It’s a light within you, when we Light It Up Blue
Thank you to everyone that participated in Autism and OT Month. We look forward to hearing about your participation in this special month here or on our Facebook page!