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Stories of Hope

Every day, Washington Autism Alliance & Advocacy touches the lives of many through its programs and services.

February 27, 2015
Early intervention is helping Noah connect and communicate

WAAA really helped me understand my plan and what questions to ask and we were able to get ABA therapy covered for Noah.

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January 18, 2015
Military family finds respite care and autism therapy for two sons

Imagine solo-parenting three active boys under the age of 7, the youngest two with autism, while your husband is on active duty in Afghanistan. That was the reality for Navy veteran Michelle Pritchard in 2007 when her family was transferred to Bremerton. “Going to the grocery store was nearly impossible. Nicholas and Gabriel wouldn’t sit […]

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December 1, 2014
Mason’s Story of Hope

Twelve-year-old Mason is goal-oriented and blessed with many abilities and interests. He’s an avid mountain bike rider, snow skier and water skier, and loves diving, fishing, crabbing, yard work and blackberry picking. “He’s our nature boy,” says his mom Karen. When Mason was first diagnosed with autism at age 4, he had a good number […]

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November 3, 2014
Chloe’s Story of Hope: “Now she can tell us how she feels”

Tammy and Mike had wanted a family for a long time. After trying to get pregnant for two years without success, they sought the help of a fertility doctor and were successful the first try. In April 2010, daughter Chloe was born. “We were so excited and happy!” recalls Tammy. Four months later, another child […]

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September 30, 2014
Story of Hope: Latrell

Latrell Pruett is a 15-year-old boy with autism who is also a racing champion. Latrell was diagnosed with autism when he was 3 years old. His developmental pediatrician told his parents that he would likely never have friends, never say “I love you,” and never live a “normal” life. The doctor told them to consider […]

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September 1, 2014
Story of Hope: Alex

Alex is a sweet, lovable 13-year-old boy. Some of his favorite times are when he gets a chance to play on the beach in the sand and go swimming. He loves when his family goes on vacation and he can ride on a plane, boat or train. He also is happy when it’s time to […]

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