Washington D.C. - Today, President Trump delivered remarks on autism. The following is a statement from Kendra Davenport, President and CEO of Easterseals:
“The rise in autism diagnoses is not a crisis — it reflects progress. Better awareness and screening mean more people are being identified across all communities, and more families can connect with the services they need sooner.
The scientific consensus is that autism is a neurodevelopmental condition, not a disease that can be cured. Therapies and child development supports should always be individualized and respectful of each person’s needs. When tailored appropriately, evidence shows that these supports help children and families thrive. Our goal should be to reduce confusion around autism and connect people with care.
For more than a century, people with disabilities and their families have trusted Easterseals to provide reliable, high-quality services that help them thrive. Today and every day, we remain committed to building a future rooted in acceptance, respect, and opportunity for autistic people everywhere.”
About Easterseals
Easterseals empowers people to live independent, full lives. We make a lasting difference in the lives of millions of people each year by providing essential services to children and adults with disabilities, older adults, veterans, and their families. Our national network of 70 Affiliates is trusted to provide programs customized to meet the needs of each community we serve from coast-to-coast—trust earned for more than 100 years. We positively shape perceptions and address the evolving needs of more than one in four Americans with disabilities through public education, policy, and advocacy. That’s our impact. In thousands of communities across America. To learn more, visit www.easterseals.com or follow our socials.
