“My child sees the world in a different way, and I get to experience that through him,” said Anna Vasquez. Her son Henry “Hank” Vasquez is currently enrolled in Autism ETC’s Day Therapy Program. Along with father, Henry and younger brother John, the Vasquez family is Autism ETC’s July Family of the month.

This month, we are proud to spotlight Austin Tillman and the Tillman family, the most recent graduates of Autism ETC! David and Lauren Tillman have two children: eight-year-old Nina and her younger brother Austin, age six. The story begins with David serving in the Army in San Antonio, Texas.

“Before coming to Autism ETC, our lives were a perfect storm of meltdowns and frustration,” said Chelsea York. She and her husband James have faced and overcome many obstacles with their son, Meyers. Their story is featured as Autism ETC’s March family of the month.

A vehicle had stopped and was honking the horn at him. I was screaming his name, and he appeared to be completely unaware. I knew then something had to be done for my child.