Monthly Learning Series:
January
This month focuses on helping families understand how underlying medical issues can impact autism symptoms, behavior, learning, and overall quality of life. Many challenges commonly attributed to “just autism” may actually have medical roots—and addressing them can make meaningful improvements. Through education, practical guidance, and supportive resources, families will gain tools to recognize potential medical concerns and explore evidence-based interventions to support their child’s health and development.
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The Autism Community in Action (TACA) provides general information regarding medical research, treatment options, therapies and nutrition to the autism community. The information comes from a variety of sources and is not independently verified by TACA. Nothing presented in print or at meetings should be construed as medical or legal advice. Always consult your child's doctor regarding his or her individual needs.
upcoming events
December 1, 2025
to December 31, 2025
Recorded Education
The 5 Steps to Making Friends, Being Social, and Finding Love: As Parents of an Adult with Autism
with
Jeremy Hamburgh
via website
In this empowering session, Jeremy Hamburgh, a dating and friendship coach for adults with autism and co-founder of Social Life…
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December 1, 2025
to December 31, 2025
Recorded Education
Your Health Matters Too: Biomedical Strategies for Parents
with
Julie Buckley, MD
via website
In this empowering and deeply personal talk, Dr. Julie Buckley—physician, autism parent, and cancer survivor—speaks directly to caregivers about the…
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January 1, 2026
to January 31, 2026
Recorded Education
What if Some of Your Child’s Autism Symptoms Have Medical Roots We Can Actually Address?
with
Lanier Rossignol, RN FNP-C
via website
This talk explores underlying medical conditions that can drive or worsen autism symptoms and how treating those issues can improve…
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January 1, 2026
to January 31, 2026
Recorded Education
Leucovorin for Autism
with
Nicole Rincon MS, PA-C and Desiree Mills RN, MSN, FNP-C
via website
In this session, Leucovorin for Autism, Nicole Rincon, MS, PA-C, and Desiree Mills, RN, MSN, FNP-C, discuss how cerebral folate deficiency and…
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January 14, 2026
4:00pm PST / 7:00pm EST
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
TACA Virtual Support Events are one-hour, group-based virtual meetings created for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Led by…
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January 28, 2026
4:00pm PST / 7:00pm EST
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Support Event – Teen & Adult
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
TACA’s one-hour Virtual Support Event for parents or caregivers of Teens or Adults with autism provides live support for families…
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