The numbers don't lie. Public awareness of autism continues to grow! This year, as a result of 1%, we were able to raise more than ever before. It's all thanks to people with huge hearts, who, thanks to the work of many, heard about the JiM Foundation and the families associated with it.
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A broken heart is not the same as a broken leg. So why should autism be visible like a bruise on the knee or a wheelchair? And if you can't see it, does that mean you can talk about disability or not? The questions are many, and the answers are not always simple. But they are worth looking for, especially in July, since it is Disability Pride Month.
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Although the phones are ringing, we still have vacancies. We invite parents of children interested in studying at JiM Therapeutic Preschool or JiM School for 2022/23 to contact us.
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Not every fake news story boasts as much vitality as the alleged link between vaccinations and autism. A lying article published nearly a decade ago still has a real impact on parents' current decisions.
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Autistic people are more likely, relative to neurotypical people, to identify as gay, bisexual and asexual. June - for years now - has been Pride Month. This is especially important for those who are sometimes discriminated against for more than one reason.
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Autism changes the lives of the entire family. On top of the daily responsibilities come therapy and working toward an independent future for a child on the spectrum. This often involves a lack of time and strength for the rest of the household and oneself. The change is felt most by the children.
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June 18 is Autism Pride Day. The holiday is meant to break down myths and stereotypes associated with autism. Otherness should never be a reason to be ashamed. And the holiday is a good opportunity to be proud every day!
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25,000 people have signed the JiM Foundation's "No to taking 1% from the needy" appeal. The Sejm and the Senate have adopted changes. Instead of 1% of tax to a public benefit organization, it will be possible to donate as much as 1.5%!
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Dimmed lights, turned off music - this is what the "Quiet Hours" introduced in store chains across Poland are supposed to look like in theory. And what does the action look like in practice? We checked in one of the Lidl stores in Lodz.
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The road to independence for people on the spectrum is not easy, and the most important companion on this journey is the parent. Every day is a struggle for a better and independent future for the child. The challenges are many, and there is no shortage of unexpected obstacles. Mrs. Alicia, whose commission did not grant point 7 in her son's disability certificate, found this out. Get to know her story
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As of Monday, May 16, 2022, the state of epidemic has been officially canceled in Poland. At the same time, we are moving into a state of epidemic emergency. How will this affect disability rulings, which until now have been automatically extended? Fortunately, there is no cause for concern, because the regulations - so far - do not repeal the previous regulations. To dispel any doubts, we have prepared a special text for you.
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Poland is below the EU average. Only 2 percent of autistic people are gainfully employed. Meanwhile, their professional activity is associated with benefits for all. For details, see the report prepared for the JiM Foundation
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правами та діями, які гарантують безпеку вам і вашим дітям в нашій країні.
Страх, стрес, виснажлива подорож навіть, нове середовище та невизначеність завтрашнього дня - це лише частина того, з чим доводиться стикатися дорослим і дітям, які тікають від війни. Наслідками цього часто є - агресія, плач або просто відмова від їжі. Що зробити, щоб маленькі гості почувалися у нас комфортно і почали їсти?
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Are you hosting a family from Ukraine at your home? Do you have problems in communication? We have prepared ready-to-download pictograms that will make your daily communication easier!
It is often difficult to distinguish between behaviors typical of children and the first signs of autism. This is especially troublesome in the case of women. After all, a girl who is interested in animals or collects clothes for dolls surprises no one. This is why early diagnosis and appropriate help is so important.
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Counting to ten or walking in circles just before entering an important exam mostly surprises no one. In contrast, similar reactions in a store or on a bus are often met with incomprehension by the public. Stims - that is, behaviors to manage nerves, among other things - are still a topic about which little is spoken.
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We encourage retail chains to join our campaign Quiet Hours for Autistic People. Several thousand stores from all over Poland are already in action!
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The Parliament of the Republic of Poland and the Senate of the Republic of Poland passed our proposed resolution by acclamation! This is the beginning of change for a community of 1 million people.
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