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{
"title": "Autism: Mind the Gap Navigation Program for Families!",
"body": "🧩 NEW RESEARCH: Navigating an autism diagnosis can be overwhelming. The 'Mind the Gap (MTG)' program offers crucial support for families with newly diagnosed children under 8!

🧠 MTG is designed to bridge the gap between diagnosis and accessing services. It provides family navigation to help parents understand autism, connect with resources, and advocate for their child's needs.

💙 This family-centered approach acknowledges that parents are key to a child’s development. MTG aims to empower parents with the knowledge and skills to support their child's journey.

💡 Paired with school-based programs like Remaking Recess (RR) for ages 5-12 and Self-Determination Learning Model (SDMLI) for adolescents 13-22, MTG offers comprehensive support across different developmental stages.

✅ Family navigation programs can make a HUGE difference in ensuring early access to interventions and improving outcomes for children with autism.

🔗 Learn more about family navigation programs: (insert link to a relevant resource here)

💬 What support services were most helpful to you after your child's diagnosis?"
}
```