Aaron Likens, an accomplished public speaker, author and avid blogger, was
diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at age 20 and now works as the Easter Seals Midwest Autism Ambassador. He speaks frequently to parents and others to advocate early intervention services and to help others understand autism and the autistic mind.
Likens, the author of the book Finding Kansas: Living and Decoding Asperger's Syndrome, works to help others understand how having autism feels, the unique issues and challenges people with autism face, and how to interact effectively with people with autism. He is also the recipient of the prestigious Mental Health Champion Award from the Missouri Department of Mental Health.
His inspirational presentation is open to all ages.
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at St. John Church in Ellisville in the Cornerstone Building.
Free and open to all. RSVP is appreciated but not required. RSVP to 314-567-7705.
More information: eastersealsmidwest.org
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