Learning to Listen: Communication as the Foundation of Effective Support

A woman in a pink shirt poining to a screen on an assissted communications device to show something to another woman wearing while sitting next to her.

Communication is the foundation on which relationships are built, and at Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS), relationships thrive because of the time and dedication of staff. The way an individual communicates is unique to each person. Taking the time to understand each other and building a rapport works to foster meaningful relationships. The Importance of […]

The Shift from “Autism Awareness” to “Autism Acceptance”

Two men wearing red 'Autism Acceptanc' t-shirts. One man is wearing green oversized sunglasses and holding up a peace sign with his right hand. They are standing in front of a background with the Jay Nolan Community Services logo.

Autism Acceptance Month is celebrated every April. This awareness month promotes the acceptance and inclusion of people on the autism spectrum in all aspects of daily and communal life. The Shift from “Awareness” to “Acceptance” Explained The Autism Society held the first National Autism Awareness month in 1970 with a focus on spreading information about […]