AUTISM RELATED
Stimtastic Chewable Jewelry: Affordable stim toys, chewable jewelry and fidgets for autistic adults and teens. Run by an autistic person, Stimtastic celebrates stimming as a natural part of life on the spectrum. Every purchase you make at Stimtastic.co supports autistic individuals: 10% of proceeds from sales at Stimtastic.co go back to the autism community in the form of charitable donations and direct giving.
Aromaleigh Mineral Cosmetics: We're an indie cosmetics company located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina– handcrafting mineral cosmetics for patrons who "have a lot on their minds"! Do you love history, mythology, science, feminism, literature, classical music, astronomy or botany? Aromaleigh founder Kristen Leigh Bell creatively concepts collections that reflect her world of inspiration. Aromaleigh was founded in 1998 and currently celebrating our 16th birthday year. We're a proudly neurodivergent company, and raising funds for Autism Acceptance organizations is important to us!
AutisticRabbit Weighted Blankets: These are handmade weighted blankets, created by an autistic entrepreneur. The standard size is 40" x 68", but if you want a different size, just ask! These blankets are perfect for anyone with Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, Dissociation, Insomnia, or anyone who likes Pressure Therapy!
Project Linus: Their mission - First: provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.”P Second: provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities, for the benefit of children. WEIGHTED BLANKET PATTERN (these are "editor edits" as made by a super sewing family member: -pick whatever material you like, as you just sew the pieces to each other; in the directions. #2 - DON'T cut all the little pieces as this is just for visual effect; skip 3, 4, 5; follow directions from #6 on to the end. Instead of sheets, you can use whatever works - hand towels, old t-shirts/sweatshirts.)
Architecture for Autism: Adapted architecture can make an enormous difference in the lives of people with autism and those around them. It’s quite possible it’s just as helpful as good training and treatment. Clearly, training, counseling and treatment would be greatly hampered if they are attempted in spaces which are not responsive to the needs of the people in question. Since just a few years , there has been increased attention to the way homes, schools, places of work and treatment are designed. Sharing and expanding this sort of knowledge and its practical applications is the mission of Architecture for Autism.
InventiveLabs: InventiveLabs helps people find their passion and assists them in turning it into a livelihood. We offer various options for people to choose from to meet their goals. Our Signature Program is for individuals looking for an alternative path to success with the goal of launching a business or new career. Additionally, we offer a modified version of this program for young adults looking for a unique Gap Year experience to explore potential career choices and related majors.
InventiveLabs is a multi-track research center that will allow investigations in Science, Engineering, Inventions, Medicine, Fashion and the Arts or wherever our Inventives passion takes them! The environment is fast-paced in a 24/7 facility with meals, recreation spaces and quiet areas for hyper-focused investigations. Facilitators, Mentors and Life Coaches are actively involved in the process.
Aromaleigh Mineral Cosmetics: We're an indie cosmetics company located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina– handcrafting mineral cosmetics for patrons who "have a lot on their minds"! Do you love history, mythology, science, feminism, literature, classical music, astronomy or botany? Aromaleigh founder Kristen Leigh Bell creatively concepts collections that reflect her world of inspiration. Aromaleigh was founded in 1998 and currently celebrating our 16th birthday year. We're a proudly neurodivergent company, and raising funds for Autism Acceptance organizations is important to us!
AutisticRabbit Weighted Blankets: These are handmade weighted blankets, created by an autistic entrepreneur. The standard size is 40" x 68", but if you want a different size, just ask! These blankets are perfect for anyone with Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, Dissociation, Insomnia, or anyone who likes Pressure Therapy!
Project Linus: Their mission - First: provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.”P Second: provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities, for the benefit of children. WEIGHTED BLANKET PATTERN (these are "editor edits" as made by a super sewing family member: -pick whatever material you like, as you just sew the pieces to each other; in the directions. #2 - DON'T cut all the little pieces as this is just for visual effect; skip 3, 4, 5; follow directions from #6 on to the end. Instead of sheets, you can use whatever works - hand towels, old t-shirts/sweatshirts.)
Architecture for Autism: Adapted architecture can make an enormous difference in the lives of people with autism and those around them. It’s quite possible it’s just as helpful as good training and treatment. Clearly, training, counseling and treatment would be greatly hampered if they are attempted in spaces which are not responsive to the needs of the people in question. Since just a few years , there has been increased attention to the way homes, schools, places of work and treatment are designed. Sharing and expanding this sort of knowledge and its practical applications is the mission of Architecture for Autism.
InventiveLabs: InventiveLabs helps people find their passion and assists them in turning it into a livelihood. We offer various options for people to choose from to meet their goals. Our Signature Program is for individuals looking for an alternative path to success with the goal of launching a business or new career. Additionally, we offer a modified version of this program for young adults looking for a unique Gap Year experience to explore potential career choices and related majors.
InventiveLabs is a multi-track research center that will allow investigations in Science, Engineering, Inventions, Medicine, Fashion and the Arts or wherever our Inventives passion takes them! The environment is fast-paced in a 24/7 facility with meals, recreation spaces and quiet areas for hyper-focused investigations. Facilitators, Mentors and Life Coaches are actively involved in the process.
NON-AUTISM SPECIFIC but AWESOME
Yogibo: We believe that folks everywhere should have access to our "shockingly comfortable" furniture and accessories so we're hard at work opening new Yogibo showrooms plus introducing an awesome array of sizes, shapes, and colors - from our Yogi balls and neck pillows all the way up to our six-foot Max. The future looks bright and comfy. Note from the owner, from a comment on Diary of a Mom's blog: " We learned from parents visiting our stores why this can help with sensory issues. Some people have been happy with theirs and it looks like it is fun for lots of families of all types. It makes us happy to help in a small part if we can."
Makies - Just Like Me: Makies are totally customisable dolls that you create. Each one is guaranteed unique, and with an ever-growing range of accessories and looks, a Makie is a friend for life.Now with inclusive accessories to represent everyone. Create your Makie and choose their accessories!
Eye to Eye - Eye to Eye's mission is to improve the life of every person with a learning disability. We fulfill our mission by supporting and growing a network of youth mentoring programs run by and for those with learning differences, and by organizing advocates to support the full inclusion of people with learning disabilities and ADHD in all aspects of society.
Paper Clouds Apparel: Paper Clouds Apparel was formed to showcase the creative minds and artistic abilities of individuals with special needs while raising funds to provide financial support for special needs schools and organizations. We achieve this goal by selling t-shirts, hats and totes featuring artwork designed by individuals with special needs. Paper Clouds Apparel also hires individuals with special needs to package all of our sensory-friendly clothing. Fifty percent of the net proceeds from the sale of all merchandise is given to the cause we are promoting in each campaign.
Downs Designs: Our goal is for every person with Down syndrome to have proper fitting clothes made for their unique body shapes. We also want to make clothes that are comfortable, easy to get on and off and that are stylish. Downs Designs clothes are more than just shortening a sleeve or taking up a hem, we take design a step further. My inspiration has been my granddaughter, Maggie, who was born with Down Syndrome. As I watch her grow, I see the challenges her mother (my daughter Michelle) faces in finding clothes that fit Maggie appropriately.
Makies - Just Like Me: Makies are totally customisable dolls that you create. Each one is guaranteed unique, and with an ever-growing range of accessories and looks, a Makie is a friend for life.Now with inclusive accessories to represent everyone. Create your Makie and choose their accessories!
Eye to Eye - Eye to Eye's mission is to improve the life of every person with a learning disability. We fulfill our mission by supporting and growing a network of youth mentoring programs run by and for those with learning differences, and by organizing advocates to support the full inclusion of people with learning disabilities and ADHD in all aspects of society.
Paper Clouds Apparel: Paper Clouds Apparel was formed to showcase the creative minds and artistic abilities of individuals with special needs while raising funds to provide financial support for special needs schools and organizations. We achieve this goal by selling t-shirts, hats and totes featuring artwork designed by individuals with special needs. Paper Clouds Apparel also hires individuals with special needs to package all of our sensory-friendly clothing. Fifty percent of the net proceeds from the sale of all merchandise is given to the cause we are promoting in each campaign.
Downs Designs: Our goal is for every person with Down syndrome to have proper fitting clothes made for their unique body shapes. We also want to make clothes that are comfortable, easy to get on and off and that are stylish. Downs Designs clothes are more than just shortening a sleeve or taking up a hem, we take design a step further. My inspiration has been my granddaughter, Maggie, who was born with Down Syndrome. As I watch her grow, I see the challenges her mother (my daughter Michelle) faces in finding clothes that fit Maggie appropriately.
