Autism is an epidemic that hits home for many New Jersey families. On average, autism costs a family more than $65,000 per year. To recognize Autism Awareness Month, we are proud to support the New Jersey chapter of Autism Speaks. As a family owned business, we care about the communities we serve, and look to help in any way we can.
How You Can Help?
We will be accepting donations for Autism Speaks at our Howell and Middletown showrooms throughout April. With every furniture purchase, we will donate 25 Dollars to the New Jersey chapter of Autism Speaks. 100 percent of donations made will be donated to Autism Speaks.
What is Autism?
Autism is a developmental disorder present from early childhood that impacts one's ability to communicate and socialize with others. Individuals with autism often show repetitive behaviors and suffer from debilitating medical issues. The severity of this disability can vary from person to person.
For many families, it is a word surrounded by a lifetime of unanswered questions, challenges, and personal costs to the families and individuals living with this very complex developmental disorder.
Did You Know?
Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disorder in the U.S.
New Jersey has the highest rate of autism in the nation. It affects one in 45 children and 1 in 28 boys in New Jersey.
Boys are five times more likely than girls to have autism.
Every 11 minutes, someone is diagnosed with autism.
Since 2005, over 250,000 people have walked to raise funds and awareness for autism in NJ.
