Raising Awareness & Support for Autism

JoAnne's dedication inspired the staff to support her
in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks.  She is seen here
 with her sock monkey mascot and a check for $390!

Fairmont Optical's JoAnne McDaniel took a long walk for a great cause on April 20th.  She participated in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks.  Inspired by JoAnne's dedication, LVC4S co-workers pitched in $5 each for a dress-down day fundraiser!

All together, the staff raised $195 towards Autism research. The doctors matched the staff's generosity by matching the amount raised by the staff, for a total Lehigh Valley Center for Sight donation of $390!

As part of her commitment to autism awareness, JoAnne shared these facts:

 - More children are diagnosed with autism each year than with juvenile diabetes, AIDS or cancer combined.

 - ASD affects over 2 million individuals in the US and tens of millions worldwide.

 - 1 out of ever 54 boys, and 1 out of every 252 girls are diagnosed with autism.

 - Each individual with autism is unique.  Many of those on the autism spectrum have exceptional abilities in visual skills, music and academics.

For more information go to www.walknowforautismspeaks.org.