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“I didn’t start Whole Spectrum Autism as an organization. I started it as a promise to my son that he would never face the world alone,” she shares.…

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The Hudson County Chronicles

By The Chronicler In Chief – Some leaders rise because they want the title. Others rise because life demands it. Then there are the rare ones, like Sherry Singh, who rise because love doesn’t give them another choice.

In Hudson County, we know motherhood is often the first classroom of courage. Our first heroes don’t come in capes. They come in aprons, work uniforms, church hats, and weary smiles after…

JERSEY CITY, NJ – For Sherry Singh, founder of Whole Spectrum Autism, everyday is a challenge. Even when things are going well with her son, she lives in fear of that moment when he acts out.

“I fear what might happen next when I’m not here,” she said, noting that this is a 24/7 process.

As she said this many of the hundreds of people who attended the 10th gala at Liberty House nodded their heads, many of whom had children of their own on the spectrum, and who had come to support Singh…

“Here in Hudson County, we celebrate our differences as a community – sharing those special parts of us that bring us all closer to one another,” Guy said. “As your County Executive, I am proud to help create a safer, more welcoming world for us all and work every day to provide the services and opportunities…”

These events, organizers have said, are open to all families and are designed to highlight inclusion, visibility, and celebration.

On Tuesday, April 1, The Whole Spectrum Autism Foundation will host an event to raise the Autism Acceptance flag over Jersey City City Hall. The event, aimed at supporting inclusion, visbility, and understanding,…

That was the overarching message delivered by Michelle Berckes, Founder of Busy Bee Organics, a Jersey City small business that caters to healthier eating, especially for those with on-the-go lifestyles….

Her son, who is now an adult, has severe autism, giving Singh an inside look into the struggles of a parent whose child had already aged out of the system that is more focused on providing early intervention and service to the younger members of the community….

The ceremony was attended by Whole Spectrum Autism’s founder, Sherry Singh, her husband Surinder, and their daughter Jasmine. Several local officials, including Whole Spectrum Autism’s Executive Director Rachel Sieg and Jersey City Ward B Councilwoman Mira Prinz-Arey, also attended.

JERSEY CITY, NJ – Mayor Steven Fulop used the occasion of the now annual flag-raising earlier this week to reflect on some learning he’s experienced during his time in Jersey City’s top spot. 

“At the time, I didn’t fully appreciate the challenges for these families, how many gaps in resources exist  and  how many ppl age out of programming as they become adults,” he said of an effort his Administration initiated to rework recreation/youth development programming to better serve local families with special needs. 

Jersey City organization continues to raise awareness, fight for acceptance, of those with Autism

JERSEY CITY, NJ – Whole Spectrum Autism held its seventh annual gala fundraiser at The Ashford Restaurant on Thursday, although this is something of a misnomer. While Ashford catered the event, the anticipated crowd of nearly 450 people were treated to the restaurant’s fine fair in a series of tents that filled a huge portion of the Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza for the evening event.

“This is the best year so far,” said Sherry Singh, founder of Whole Spectrum. “It keeps growing every year.”

JERSEY CITY, NJ — To help continue its efforts to raise awareness and promote acceptance of autism, Jersey City-based non-profit Whole Spectrum Autism is gearing up to host one of its flagship fundraising events.

Scheduled for Sept. 8 from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Ashford, the 7th annual Autism Acceptance Gala will include food, drinks, dancing and raffles, as well as an awards ceremony to recognize those who have significantly contributed…

Founder of Smile Preschool & Nursery on First Street— has been a fixture in the community in the two decades that her school has been in existence. But what many people don’t know is that as she’s built her business, the mom of three has simultaneously fought a battle for autism awareness in honor of her middle son, Ravinder, 30, known to everyone as Ravi. Colors of Autism and Smile with Smile Preschool for Autism Awareness is committed to raising public awareness about (ASD) autism spectrum disorders through education and community outreach. We are dedicated to helping families and lessening their isolation as well as…

Even the busiest members of the community can still find ways to support the causes nearest and dearest to their hearts. There are a variety of philanthropic organizations in Hudson County to match any interest, from animal rights to supporting public arts to helping the homeless. Here’s an ever-growing list of local organizations that are in need of monetary donations. Keep reading for a list of Hoboken + Jersey City non-profits to donate to year-round.

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