by Kylie Richardson | Jun 24, 2025 | Autism Blog, Blog, Career Readiness and Employment
Speed Interview Day In this most recent cohort, Sarah McCaig (Career Readiness and Employment Manager) asked staff members to participate in a speed interview day where interns could ask questions to Commonwealth Autism staff as if they were hiring managers asking...
by Teal C. | Apr 23, 2024 | Autism Blog, Uncategorized, Views from the Spectrum
Sleep and Autism Sleep or a lack thereof tends to be a problem when you can’t get your mind to shut down for the night or your mind is racing with the issues of the day. Many people with autism struggle with sleep and some have sleep disorders that affect their... by Teal C. | Sep 2, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
After someone would hear of my diagnosis, they tended to remark, “You don’t look autistic.” If someone was to ask me, this sounds like one of those dismissive phrases. I never figured out how I’m supposed to appear to someone that says that. Our bodies aren’t going to...
by CA Human Services | Aug 16, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum, Work-Life Balance
Do you ever find yourself trying to balance work, exercise, household cleanliness, a budget, and other daily tasks that can sometimes feel overwhelming to complete? For many neurotypical individuals, it can be difficult to keep track of every aspect of our lives... by Teal C. | Aug 9, 2021 | Views from the Spectrum
I’ve changed a lot since I first started as a resident at CA Adult Programs. I moved in on Father’s Day. My dad and brother helped me settle into this new idea of living independently. They made sure I had everything I needed to support me for the years to come...
