[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 5]
[House]
[Page 6046]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

  (Mr. SIRES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. SIRES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize National Autism 
Awareness Month and to express my support for ongoing efforts across 
the Nation that are devoted to improving the treatment of those 
individuals with autism, and their families.
  Today, one in 110 children is affected by autism, and my home State 
of New Jersey has the highest rate of autism in the country. With the 
help of treatment and support centers, the lives of individuals and 
families affected by autism are improving every day. I am proud that 
such a facility exists in my district.
  The Center for Autism at The North Ward Center provides the highest 
quality of care to individuals and families in the greater Newark area. 
Under one roof, the center offers a seamless and comprehensive range of 
services for the lifespans of individuals with autism, treating the 
whole person and the whole family, focusing on strength-based 
interventions. The center represents a one-stop approach in relieving 
the burden on already stressed families dealing with autism.
  The Center for Autism at The North Ward Center in Newark is only one 
example of how concentrated care can greatly better the lives of 
individuals and families affected by autism.

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