
Rally for Autism Inaugural Pickleball Event Serves Up Success
The Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) hosted its inaugural Rally for Autism charity pickleball tournament on Saturday, Feb. 28, bringing the community together to raise funds and

Finding His Voice: How the Community School Helped Gavin Blossom
When Gavin Snoke was 18 months old, his parents began to worry. He wasn’t speaking yet. Instead, he communicated through grunts, pointing and tears. At his wellness check, their pediatrician

A Clear Path Forward: Max’s Journey Toward Independence
For many parents of adolescents with autism, the transition toward independence can feel like uncharted territory. After relocating from Colorado to Arizona, the DeBell family found themselves asking what came

SARRC Welcomes Two New Board Members
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is pleased to announce Lukas Grabiec, J.D., and Amy Pawlowski to its Board of Directors. Lukas Grabiec, J.D. | Lead Corporate Counsel, Gen

Hope Multiplied: A Family’s Journey Through SARRC’s Preschool
When Rhianna’s firstborn son began showing developmental delays, her instincts immediately went to autism. As an EEG technician, she has years of experience working with individuals with neurological disorders. “Working

Why Access Matters: A Southern Arizona Family’s Story of Hope
Life in Southern Arizona Amy lives in Southern Arizona with her husband and five children, including Weston, her youngest, who is almost six and full of energy. “He never stops

YES Day Walk for Autism Draws Nearly 5K for Fifth Year
On Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) celebrated its fifth annual YES Day Walk for Autism — a fundraising and awareness campaign that concluded with

The Power of Possibilities
Following instincts and taking a proactive approach helped the Goodluck family set their daughter Camilla on a path to success. There were a lot of unique things about the world

Defying Limits and Embracing Possibilities
Junior shares his inspiring journey toward independence — made possible through SARRC programs like PEERS for Adolescents and CommunityWorks, which helped him build social skills and confidence along the way.

Acetaminophen During Pregnancy: What the Research Really Says About Autism Risk
Recent discussions and media reports have raised questions about whether taking acetaminophen (commonly known as Tylenol) during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism in children. As an organization dedicated

Finding Connection and Support: Danika’s Journey with SARRC
When Danika’s oldest daughter was 18 months old, she took the standard M-CHAT screening, which stands for Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, and assesses the risk of autism spectrum
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