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Congratulations to the newest graduate of Louise and Brett Samsky Preschool! After being diagnosed with #autism at 18 months old, Aadi was enrolled in our preschool. With the support of his teachers, he learned how to verbalize his needs and engage with his classmates.

Our Marcus Autism Center staff, patients and families had a great time celebrating Caregiver Wellness Week. Our caregivers heard from a panel of community groups, family members and self-advocates in the community and connected with other families who share similar experiences.

In an interview with Behavioral Health Business, William Sharp, Ph.D., Director of our Multidisciplinary Feeding Program, shares how important it is to understand food selectivity in autism. Read more here: bit.ly/3VEMCTY.

We loved having the Marriage and Family Therapy Scholars visit Marcus Autism Center!

We continue to grieve as Georgians and as a nation. You want to protect your kids from things that are scary or confusing, but it’s important they can talk to you. You don’t have to have all the answers, but we're here to help you start the conversation: bit.ly/3XxHNxY.

Happy Halloween from the Marcus Autism Center! 🎃 Over the weekend, our staff hosted a sensory-friendly "Trunk or Treat” event that was specially created for children with autism, giving many kids the chance to experience trick-or-treating for the first time.

The entire Children's family is deeply saddened by the loss of an icon, Bernie Marcus. As the founder of Marcus Autism Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Bernie cared about kids and believed that he could truly make a difference by helping others through his giving.

Our Marcus Autism Center staff attended the Georgia Association for Behavior Analysis (GABA) conference, where they presented cutting-edge research and heard from experts from across North America on topics like skill acquisition, academics and more.

Leading up to Thanksgiving, our Marcus Autism Center staff created a gratitude tree for patient families and staff to share what they’re thankful for. Click through to see their sweet and heartfelt responses and share yours in the comments below. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Earlier this month, several of our team members attended the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) Annual Convention, where they presented their innovative research and connected with other leaders and experts in behavioral and cognitive therapies.

All week long, the Marcus Autism Center lobby was transformed into a magical winter wonderland for a special sensory-friendly Santa event! 🎅 Our team members created a joyful and inclusive experience for all of our patients.

#WinterStorm Update: Our three hospital locations—Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Hughes Spalding Hospital and Scottish Rite Hospital—and emergency departments will remain open for patient care on Friday, January 10. Visit choa.org/news for more information on closures.

Due to a water main break near our North Druid Hills campus, Children’s has made adjustments to operations for Wednesday, January 15. To learn more, please visit choa.org/news. #wateroutage

Exciting news! The Autism CARES Act has been renewed, paving the way for groundbreaking autism research and programs like those at the Marcus Autism Center. Learn more: bit.ly/40xcapJ.

Marcus Autism Center will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21 at our regular time. We look forward to seeing our families tomorrow!

In an interview with Atlanta Parent, Dr. Bianca Brooks, a psychologist at Marcus Autism Center, shares tips on how to navigate discussing autism as a family. #AutismAcceptanceandAwarenessMonth Read more: atlantaparent.com/autismdiagnosi….

Nearly half of kids with autism will run away at some point, putting their safety at risk. New #research from Drs. Nathan Call and Mindy Scheithauer at Marcus Autism Center shows how our 12-session treatment program can help. Learn more: bit.ly/3ED4aLC.

To wrap up #AutismAwarenessandAcceptanceMonth, our patients and families are showing their support with a fun-filled spirit week!

Last weekend, we hosted our first ever Spectrum of Fun Carnival! Created especially for children on the autism spectrum and their families, the day was packed with games, treats and lots of sunshine!

Look who stopped by Marcus Autism Center! Yesterday, Atlanta Hawks mascot Harry the Hawk brought his signature courtside energy and a slam dunk of fun to our employees and patients. 🏀