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10/25/2025

October is Sensory Processing Awareness Month. 🖐️👂👀👃👅

Sensory Processing Disorder can be experienced on its own, but is more often a co-occurring condition that is experienced by the neurodivergent population. It is more often discussed in children, but adults experience it as well.

"Sensory processing disorder causes difficulties with balance, body awareness, and processing of information from your senses. These effects can make daily tasks and social interactions challenging." - Traci Pederson

This article from Healthline Media discusses in more detail how sensory processing disorder affects adults.
https://hubs.li/Q03MMhvb0

While SPD is not an official disorder, it is a part of other disorders. Managing SPD symptoms can lead to better quality of life overall.

10/24/2025

Creating inclusive workplaces starts before hiring. To help you start making your organization more neurodiversity-friendly, we’ve made The Candidate Experience learning course from NeuroGrowth free through October 31, 2025.
Get insights from Nick Bruno, Aspiritech’s VP of People & Culture, how to design recruitment practices that enable neurodivergent candidates to shine.

Use code NDEAM25 at checkout to claim free access.

When every candidate is given a fair chance, companies uncover potential that might have been overlooked otherwise.

Get your free course now: https://hubs.li/Q03PyQRM0

10/23/2025

“If there was one thing art has taught me, it’s that the world is made richer and more understanding through unsung voices.” —Titus Quarles, Creative Services Team Member

Autistic creativity isn’t just about making art. It also completely reshapes perspectives. 🎨🖌️👨‍🎨

Titus’s full reflection on our blog: https://hubs.li/Q03NzQYn0

10/22/2025

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported Aspiritech at our first Gala since 2019! We surpassed our fundraising goal and a great time was had by all. ✨

10/22/2025

One of the biggest challenges of neurodivergent adults once they get hired is dealing with executive function challenges. Some of these include choosing priorities, missing deadlines, procrastination, dealing with interruptions, handling verbal instructions, losing things, distractions, reading and understanding material, and remembering names and numbers.

"Over the last 10 to 15 years educators and researchers discovered that executive skills have a profound impact not only on academic success, but also success in the workplace. In fact, researchers report that one particular executive skill, working memory, is a better predictor of academic success than an IQ score. Executive functions have been likened to the CEO of the brain or the conductor of the orchestra; these functions help control your thinking and actions." - Lauren Clouser, Learning Disabilities Association of America

At Aspiritech, our supportive employment model helps ND staff members learn to manage these struggles (and more) when they arise.

This article gives some helpful tips on how to manage some of the most common executive function challenges.
https://hubs.li/Q03M-bDz0

10/21/2025

October is Cybersecurity Month! Prerana Madhira, Manager and Instructor of Aspiritech’s Cybersecurity Academy, shared some best practices for keeping your digital world a little safer: 👨‍💻👩‍💻💻

The strongest firewall isn’t your computer.
It’s still your brain.

A few quick (and slightly shocking) facts to keep those cyber-senses sharp:

91% of cyberattacks start with an email. That “urgent” link in your inbox? Probably a trap. Always pause before you click—curiosity is great for cats, not credentials.

Ransomware strikes every 11 seconds. One good backup can turn a disaster into a shrug. If it’s important, save it twice. If it’s priceless, store it offline.

Password reuse = hacker jackpot. If one account gets breached, all your others can follow.

This month (and every month):
Update. Backup. Think before you click.

Small habits protect big things—your data, your team, and your peace of mind.

10/21/2025

Every story matters. Every contribution counts. Our newsletters give you an inside look at how Aspiritech empowers autistic adults through meaningful careers, and how supporters like you make it all possible.

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10/20/2025

Happy Diwali to those who celebrate! 🔥

"Deepavali or Diwali is known as the “Festival of Lights” and is a Hindu holiday widely celebrated in India, in South Asia, and across the Hindu diaspora.

The word ‘Deepavali’ derives from Sanskrit and means “row of lights.” Festivities include the illumination of lights, candles, firecrackers, and diya (clay lamps) to symbolize the victory of good over evil, inner light over spiritual darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is a time for gathering with loved ones, celebrating life, and committing to making the right decisions in life." - Hindu American Foundation

You can lean more here: https://hubs.li/Q03N_pZL0

10/20/2025

In honor of ADHD Awareness/Acceptance Month, we thought we would share a fun video from online influencers The Holderness Family. Penn Holderness is in his 50s and has ADHD and shares his journey in a fun, family-friendly way. Check out his video here:
https://hubs.li/Q03M-W4t0

You can do great things with ADHD! Learn more about our ADHD book for kids - link in bio 🩵

10/17/2025

Thank you to our 2025 Shine the Light Gala Glow Sponsor ✨: EP Wealth Advisors

EP Wealth Advisors provide comprehensive, planning-based financial guidance tailored to each client’s goals and needs. Their fiduciary, fee-only model ensures objective investment recommendations, while their dedicated team approach helps clients focus on what matters most—living well and planning confidently for the future.

Learn more about EP Wealth Advisors' services at https://hubs.li/Q03N-Bqv0

10/17/2025

Thank you to our 2025 Shine the Light Gala Glow Sponsor ✨: HAAPE

HAAPE (Helping Autistic Adults Perform & Excel) is committed to creating a world in which all autistic individuals can live a happy, independent, and fulfilling life. The nonprofit’s mission is to create autism workforce ecosystems focused on training and education that empower autistic individuals to obtain meaningful and sustainable careers.

Learn more about HAAPE’s employment opportunities at https://hubs.li/Q03N-rtt0

10/16/2025

Leaders shape inclusive workplaces, but most aren’t trained to recognize neurodivergent strengths, putting talent retention and innovative collaboration at risk.

The Candidate Experience course from NeuroGrowth guides managers on best practices for neuroinclusive hiring, candidate interactions, and beyond. It’s also available for free until October 31, 2025, with code NDEAM25.

Get started building a better company culture today: https://hubs.li/Q03M-Sp30