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   Media Kit

For Media and Press Inquiries, or to Schedule an Interview with Karen Simmons, the Autism Lady:

In Canada Call:   780.417.5336   |   By Fax:   780-416-4330   |   In USA Call:   808-753-8223   |   Email:   media <at> autismtoday.com
To Download Karen's Full Press Kit in PDF Form Click Here

 

Why the Media Loves to Interview Expert Karen Simmons...

 

 

 

 

  About Karen Simmons:

  - CEO & Founder of AutismToday.com

  - Autism & Special Needs Expert

  - Passion for Helping Children, Families, Parents,

     Educators, Teachers, and Doctors Worldwide

  - Mother of 6 Children

     (1 Autistic / 1 Special Needs)

  - Organizer of Over 50+ Children's Conferences

     Edmonton, Alberta Canada - March 26, 27, 28, 2010 - Upcoming

  - Speaker and Author of 7 Books

     - Chicken Soup for the Soul - Children with Special Needs

     - Little Rainman - Autism Through the Eyes of a Child

     - Artism - Art by Those with Autism

     - The Official Autism 101 Manual

     - Surrounded By Miracles

     - The Autism Experience - Stories of Hope and Love

     - Autism Tomorrow - Complete Guide to Helping Your Child Thrive in the

        Real World - Releasing 2010

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Karen, the Autism Lady, is an autism expert who'll show your audience successful techniques to help children with autism and Asperger syndrome get along better and be more accepted by other children. She’ll tell you how she did it and how other viewers and listeners can too.
 

 Recent Media Interviews with Karen Simmons

 

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Click to Watch PBS Interview

Click to Watch Woman of Vision Interview

Click to Watch Fox Interview
     

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Click to Watch Vicki Show Interview

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 Karen Simmons is Author of Seven Books
 

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See All of Karen's Books on Amazon.com
 

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Fox News Interview with Karen Simmons - Video Clip

 

  

"Talking with Karen Simmons was such a joy. She is a fountain of information and inspiration as she knows the special needs of our very special children. Karen Simmons of Autism Today has the answers to the questions we need."

John Maer
Metro Networks News
Indianapolis, Indiana

 

 

 

 

PBS Special with Karen Simmons - Video Clip

  
   

"Karen Simmons was a fantastic guest with so much information for families dealing with Autism. Karen is a great guest and her website is a fantastic tool for Autism Awareness and Resources!"

Shawn Michaels

Ocean County Breakfast Show

92.7 WOBM-FM

Toms River, New Jersey

(Scroll to 20:00 watch Karen Simmons and her son Jonny's Segment)

 

 

 

 

 

Women of Vision Interview with Karen Simmons
   

"Karen did a great job of not only presenting her personal story, but also giving hope to parents and grandparents of autistic children who might be listening. I learned quite a bit about autism just talking with her."

Jeff Brucculeri
Tulsa Business Today
KAKC

Tulsa, Oklahoma

 

 

 

 

Global TV Interview with Karen Simmons - Video Clip

  
   

Thank you for allowing us to share your stories with our readers. It was one of the most touching and unforgettable I have ever worked on.


Kathy Fitzpatrick

Writer

Womans World Magazine

 

 

 

 

 

Vicki Gabereau Show Interview with Karen Simmons
   

"Karen is a great interview and a tireless advocate for families dealing with autism! She is an inspiration for parents everywhere who has shown that great ideas and big things are often born out of our frustration. If you're looking for Autism information, go to her website. If you're looking for a great show segment or article, book her NOW!"

Tonya J. Powers
News Radio 600 WREC

Memphis, Tennessee

 

 

 What is Autism? - Facts and Statistics
 

Autism Facts & Stats

- As often as 1 in 150 babies develop into children with autism

- A decade ago only 1 in 2,500 were diagnosed with autism. It was 1 in 10,000 in the early 80s. The disorder was first recognized in 1943.

- 1.5 million Americans have autism.

- As many as 4 million people could have autism by 2015.

- It is the fastest growing developmental disability.

- People with autism account for nearly one-fourth of the 6.2 million special needs Americans.

- 1 in 68 families are impacted by autism.

- The National Institute of Health will spend 102 million dollars in 2005 on autism research a five-fold increase in six years.

- Growth comparisons during the 1990s:
   U.S. population increase: 13%
   Disabilities increase: 16%
   Autism increase: 172%

- $90 billion annual cost to care for those with autism

- 90% of costs are in adult services

- Cost of lifelong care can be reduced by 2/3 with early diagnosis and intervention

- In 8 years, the annual cost will be over $200 billion annually

- People with autism usually appear outwardly normal, which has led it to be known as the invisible disability.

- Autism can transform a loving toddler into a detached and uncommunicative child. Researchers arent sure of its causes and say there is no cure. And the number of children with autism continues to rise dramatically.

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