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By Greenwich FreePress | November 16, 2016

Next in the Abilis speaker series is a talk entitled, “My Picture Perfect Family: What Happens When One Twin Has Autism?” The event is co-sponsored with the YMCA of Greenwich. The presenter is by Marguerite Elisofon, Author.The talk is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 4, 2:30 pm at the YMCA of Greenwich, 50 East Putnam Ave in Greenwich.

Speaker Series Nov 16

 

 

 

Marguerite Elisofon wrote My Picture Perfect Family: What Happens When One Twin Has Autism to raise awareness about the challenges families living on the spectrum face every day.

With brutal honesty and candid humor she chronicles her experiences as a mother of twins in New York City with her daughter being diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. Marguerite is a graduate of Vassar and has written articles for TIME, Autism Parenting Magazine, NY Metro Parents and been featured on News 8 Connecticut.

To register please contact Betsy Coleman at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 203-869-1630 x306

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