Opya Journal

Our blog offers information about autism and provides insights and tips and tricks for you and your family.

The end of the year isn’t only the holiday season, it’s also open enrollment time. And if you are looking…

The holiday season is a time for family and friends. A time to get together with loved ones, make new…

From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day and everything in between, the holiday season is one of the busiest travel times…

Scary decorations, lots of candy, and fun costumes. Halloween is a holiday many kids look forward to all year. But…

Halloween is an exciting time of year filled with fun activities, exciting costumes, and lots of candy that many children…

If your toddler or preschooler was recently diagnosed with autism, you’ve probably heard the term early intervention used a lot.…

Historically, language barriers, cultural differences, access to resources, and lack of awareness within the Hispanic and Latinx communities have led…

Starting kindergarten is a significant milestone for children. Kindergarten marks the beginning of a child’s academic journey. But, if you…

Theme parks are a great place for families to share a fun day together and create lifelong memories. However, if…

Swimming and water play offer many benefits for kids with autism including, providing a calming and sensory-rich experience. However, swimming…

Children first begin learning about the world around them at home. The home is also the perfect place for early…

April is Autism Awareness Month. During the month of April, autism advocates around the world work to increase understanding, awareness,…