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Jay Nolan Proudly Sponsors Austin Riley of Racing With Autism

[Los Angeles, CA – February 20, 2026] Jay Nolan Community Services is proud to announce its sponsorship of professional race car driver Austin Riley, the trailblazing athlete behind Racing With Autism. Recognized as the first professional race car driver with autism, Austin will join as a special guest at Jay Nolan’s annual Autism Acceptance Picnic on April 18th, 2026 at

February 23, 2026 No Comments

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Bobby’s Success Story

At age 59, Bobby moved to a new apartment in San Pedro, CA and it feels like a new chapter in his life has begun. His new home is right next to the ocean and is also closer to where his mom lives: a perk that helped strengthened their relationship.

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Finding Independence

Empowered by her Jay Nolan supports, Juanita has created an independent life where she can do the things that she likes, without constant supervision or anyone telling her what to do. Her mother cannot be more pleased. Juanita lives in a home of her own and is surrounded by a

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Jennifer’s Success Story

Being part of our Supported Living program means more than just going through the motions of a daily routine. For people like Jennifer Szedny, support from Jay Nolan staff means having the support to do the things she loves. Jennifer (who goes by “Jennie”) is a very active and busy

March 28, 2017 No Comments

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2023 Sensory-Friendly Events in Los Angeles

We’ve put together a handy list highlighting upcoming sensory-friendly events in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. This list includes events that are accessible and inclusive to people on the autism spectrum and individuals with other developmental and/or intellectual disabilities who have sensory needs. This list gets updated every quarter to

January 17, 2023 No Comments
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Red Flags And Rules of Thumb for Evaluating Treatments

Be weary of any treatment which makes grandiose claims, using words like “miraculous,” “amazing breakthrough,” “recovery,” or “cure.” Legitimate medical and educational professionals show respect for the uniqueness of each individual with autism and the feelings of that individual’s family, and therefore never indulge in overstatements and boasts about what

June 14, 2019 No Comments