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Why the World Needs More Square Pegs in Round Holes – Differently-Abled People, Too
If you feel like your abnormalities keep you from moving forward, then here's some advice on why the world needs more square pegs like you.
Couple Fights Lawsuit Until Judge Rules They Can Keep Their “Starry Night” Home
The couple curated the gorgeous mural just in case their autistic son was ever lost and needed to find his way home.
Mystery Person Spends $1 Million at Toys ‘R’ Us So They Can Donate All of the Goodies to Kids
An anonymous donor spent $1 million on the last of the goodies at a Toys ‘R’ Us store so it could all be donated to local children.
Autistic Teen Stuns Crowd as He Breaks His Silence and Gives Awe-Inspiring Commencement Speech
Because of his social communication disorder, Sef rarely speaks – but he eventually broke his silence so he could deliver an amazing commencement speech.
After Grandmother Loses Ability to Speak, Man Uses Tech to Get Her Voice Back
Danny Weissberg couldn't bear the thought of his grandmother communicating without the sound of her own voice – so instead, he came up with a way for her to do just that.
After Spending Years Trying to Cut Autistic Boy’s Hair, Compassionate Barber Has Breakthrough
Not only was she finally able to give the boy a full haircut, but she is now able to comfortably host dozens of other clients just like Jordie Rowland.
An 8-Year-old Asked, What if the Whole World Made a Painting Together? And it Sort of Happened.
An 8-year old in Hillsboro, Virginia asked me a question in 1999. I had facilitated a painting with 350 students in her school. Meredith...
Sleepy 2-Year-old Asks Santa for the Simplest Gift Imaginable
We have never had so much in common with a 2-year-old than when sleepy little Linda Bartell sat on Saint Nick's lap last week.
Check Out the 10 Most Amazing Acts of Kindness on GNN For World Kindness Day
Here are your 10 favorite stories of kindness from 2017, with everything from acts of celebrity compassion to sheltering dozens of stray dogs from the snow.
Home Depot Worker Shocks Mom When She Helps Build Special Needs Costume – and Pays For It
Halloween is a joyous time for all children – even for special needs kids who might have a harder time orchestrating their costume around...
This Service Dog Has Become the Most Popular Worker on College Campus
If you see a beautiful black dog walking around the campus of the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, curb your temptation to pet...
Tommy Hilfiger Launches Adaptive Clothing Line For Adults With Disabilities
Zipping up a jacket on a chilly day may feel like second nature for most – but for people with disabilities, it can be...
5-Year-Old Has ‘Meltdown’ On Train Ride But Mom Snaps Photo When Stranger Sits Down With Him
Gayna was traveling with her son, who has autism and ADHD, and he wasn’t reacting well on the train—until a 21-year-old sat down and changed everything.
Air Canada Pilot Overhears Distressed Mom on Plane, Then Drives Her to Husband’s Bedside
In response to a family emergency, Antonella Dicintio boarded an Air Canada flight leaving from Toronto for Ottawa this week to see her husband who...
UK to Hold First Ever Nationwide Quiet Hour for Autistic Shoppers
For a full hour in October, stores and shopping centers across the United Kingdom will be giving autistic customers a break by hosting a...
People in High Stress Jobs Should Be Given Video Gaming Breaks, Says Research
More than half of Americans regularly experience cognitive fatigue related to stress, frustration, and anxiety while at work. Those in safety-critical fields, such as...
8-Year-old Helps Buy New Wheelchair For His Best Buddy When Insurance Fails
If there was any doubt that Kamden Houshan and Paul Burnett would be friends forever, there certainly is not anymore.
The soon-to-be 3rd graders do...
Store Finds the Cutest Way for Autistic Boy to Keep Himself Busy in the Aisles
While 7 years old might be a little young to start working, Dylan Russell is a special exception.
Dylan, who has autism, loves to help...
Arcade Workers Show Great Kindness to Overwhelmed Autistic Boy
When her 4-year-old autistic son became overwhelmed by the crowds at the local arcade, this mom was resigned to the fact that her kids...
Adele Surprises Grenfell Tower Firefighters with Cake
English pop singer Adele is warming hearts after she took time out of her busy schedule to drop off some cake for the Grenfall...