Superhero Rising
By Bodie Bernosky Every superhero has an origin story, this is mine. I am a warrior, student leader, autism advocate, swimmer and a great friend! SARRC helped me come out of my shell, I now believe in myself and I see my future and it is shining bright. In 2008, I was diagnosed with autism […]
First-Of-Its-Kind FDA-Authorized Device for Early Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Launches
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center engaged in pivotal research with Atlanta-based Marcus Autism Center in clinical studies of more than 1,500 children that demonstrated an eye-tracking device can help diagnose autism before the age of three years old
Finding Support Through SARRC’s Community School
When Stacie and Erick Pineda’s son, Solomon, was a toddler, they began to have concerns about his developmental milestones and behavior. He experienced delays in his fine motor skills and would have meltdowns when transitioning from one activity to another. Their concerns continued to mount as Solomon struggled with these transitions, leading to frequent meltdowns. […]
Hitting the Ground Running
At first, Ellen and David Arvayo considered their son Robert’s grit and determination to be qualities of a competitive kid. Robert wasn’t a quitter, and he didn’t like to lose. Sometimes it was learning how to ride his bike and repeatedly getting up after falling. Other times heightened emotional reactions to losing youth soccer games. […]
A Day in the Life: Genoveva Machado, Clinical Consultant
Hello, my name is Genoveva Machado, but you can call me Geno. I have been with SARRC for the past seven years, where I have had the privilege of working with individuals of various age groups, from toddlers to adults. When I first joined SARRC, I was part of the Comprehensive Behavioral Program. However, as […]
Now Enrolling for New Program Designed for Individuals Ages 18+
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center’s (SARRC) Teen & Adult Services team is excited to now offer the Learn4Independence curriculum, a 32-course curriculum developed with First Place AZ and designed for individuals with autism. This nonresidential offering is now available to the broader community! Over two years, Learn4Independence covers 32 courses focusing on a diverse range […]
Rising Above
When Lauren LaBelle’s son, Levi, was around 9 months old, she began to have concerns about his behaviors. He seemed overly sensitive to loud noises and new people frightened him. “He also wasn’t responding to his name at all, and his reactions seemed more intense and extreme than normal,” LaBelle says. Her concerns continued to […]
SARRC Announces Jennifer Burwell as Vice President of Operations
SARRC is excited to announce Jennifer Burwell in a new role as its Vice President of Operations. Burwell comes to SARRC with 20 years of experience in business operations and organizational leadership, with an emphasized background in real estate, including residential properties, multifamily housing, industrial space, and office buildings. As Vice President of Operations, Burwell […]
Kick-starting Kindergarten with the Support of JumpStart
For Samantha Espinoza, the early indicators of autism were noticeable in their daughter, Eden, as early as 2 years old. Eden routinely found difficulty in being flexible with routines and sensitivity to sensory input, which often led to prolonged meltdowns. And while she had always been sociable, had struggled with social interactions. Despite these challenges, […]
SARRC Celebrates 2023 Annual Community Breakfast
Nearly 1,500 community members from around the Valley filled the Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom at the Arizona Biltmore Resort to celebrate SARRC’s Annual Community Breakfast themed, Imagine.