Announcements

You can read about recent  autism studies in the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics here.

Autism Speaks cosponsored a special supplement on autism spectrum disorders in the respected scientific journal Nature.  You can read the articles online here

A new study confirms what many parents know well:  Wandering by children with autism is common, dangerous and puts tremendous stress on families.  Go here to read this article.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Grandparent Autism Network, an all-volunteer nonprofit organization,  extends cost-free membership to grandparents nation-wide Tustin, California, March 27, 2012 – The Grandparent Autism Network announced today that grandparents residing outside of Orange County,California may now apply for membership online on the GAN website, www.ganinfo,org.  GAN was initially established in … Read More »

Grandparents frequently request logo items to wear in public when they accompany their grandchildren on outings.  If the children misbehave, people will be more understanding if they are aware that the cause of the  

Bonnie Gillman was named one of three national winners of the 2011 Lindt Unsung Heroes of Autism  -This award honors outstanding efforts in bettering the lives of those affected by autism.  She received a $5,000 award  which she designated to GAN for additional website development. In addition, Ms. Gillman has … Read More »