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Joey Lowenstein Foundation

Breaking the barriers of autism. At the JL Foundation, we believe "ANSRS" can build a bridge that unleashes the unspoken gifts of those with autism.

The JL Foundation's mission is to reach beyond the diagnosis of autism to enrich the lives of those affected through Athletics, Nutrition, Self-Development, RPM & Seizure research. Joey Lowenstein is the champion and engine of the JL Foundation and he wants the world to see how those with autism have so much more to offer than what meets the eye.

05/12/2025

In March 2025, Joey Lowenstein’s four poetry and painting books were used in an English as a Second Language (ESL) course at the International Language Institute at Saint Petersburg College, Saint Petersburg, Florida.

Instructor Bozena Gasior divided the class into four groups where each selected one of Joey’s poems, read it, discussed why they chose it, interpreted its meaning, and prepared questions for the author. Students had two seventy-minute classes to work on this project. When Joey and several team members visited the classroom, ESL students introduced themselves, shared why they picked their poems, read them aloud, and presented their interpretations. Joey listened intently to all of the presentations.

Mr. Lowenstein’s books “Living Through My Eyes” volumes 1 and 2, “Seeds of Solace: A Portrait of Passion,” and “Silent Symphony: A Portrait of Passion” are collections of Joey’s poetry and paintings; Volume 1 from 10/2021 – 01/2022, Volume 2 from 01/2022 – 06/2022, Volume 3 from 07/2022 – 12/2022, and Volume 4 from 01/2023 – 06/2023. Volumes 1 and 2 are also available in Spanish.

More at: https://JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

09/23/2024

Texture and Flavor Aversions — Many individuals with autism have aversions to certain textures or flavors, including plain water. The aversions can make it challenging for them to meet their hydration needs. The taste and mouthfeel of water may be perceived as unappealing or uncomfortable, leading to resistance to drinking it. Due to that, it’s important to explore alternative options or strategies to make water more palatable for individuals with autism. Supporting individuals with autism in developing self-care skills and establishing consistent hydration habits is essential; for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

09/18/2024

Meditation and Mindfulness for Autism — Meditation and mindfulness are amazing and valuable treatments that have gained a lot of attention for individuals with autism. There’s a difference between mindfulness and meditation. Meditation is a planned practice, where you can spend a minute, an hour or more focusing in your inner self to create calmness, attentiveness and emotional balance, by putting all your attention in your breathing, and guiding your mind into a specific topic to focus on. Mindfulness is being conscious of your existent in a particular moment and paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, movements and the affects you have on the people nearby. Mindfulness and meditation connect with each other. They both can decrease stress and that’s something individuals with autism are prompted to; for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

09/10/2024

Autism Scientific Research : What Is the Latest Research on Autism? — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that among 8-year-old children, 1 in 36 are autistic. This number has increased from the one in 44 prevalence reported in previous estimates.
• More Black, Hispanic, and Asian children were identified with autism than White children. This is the first time the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network observed this finding among 8-year-old children.
• For every one girl identified with autism, four boys were identified with autism.
• More Black children with autism also had an intellectual disability than White and Hispanic children with autism.

Source: Children’s Health Council (www.chconline.org/resourcelibrary/what-is-the-latest-research-on-autism)

08/09/2024

JL Foundation, Tip of the Week: Routines and Structure — What are the best ways to create a routine for your autistic child? There are many different techniques to help your child keep their schedule. Of all of those techniques, these are the four we think are most effective. Keep in mind that if your child responds better to other techniques, then you should use those strategies. Stay Consistent, Use Visual Supports, Use Prompts for Transitions, and Encourage Your Child; for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

07/31/2024

JL Foundation, Tip of the Week: Introducing New Foods to People with Autism — “Use a gentle approach: Be patient and encourage small steps. Create a positive association: Pair new foods with foods your child already likes, such as by putting them on the same plate or near each other. Let your child explore: Encourage them to touch, smell, and lick the food to get used to it. You can also let them play with it. Model eating — Let your child see you eating and enjoying the new food. Consider the texture: Some children with autism may be hypersensitive to different food textures. You can try introducing foods with similar textures to foods your child already likes.”, for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

07/26/2024

JL Foundation, Tip of the Week: Sleep — “According to the CDC, over 50% of people with autism have chronic sleep problems. An evening breathwork session can put you in the best optimal state for restorative sleep. Many people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience sleep difficulties, which can impact how they feel and function during the day”, for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

07/19/2024

JL Foundation, Tip of the Week: Autism and Exercise — “Working out has brain benefits for those with autism. Exercise improves cognitive function, making it easier to retain information and maintain attention span”, for more tips like this see, www.JoeyLowensteinFoundation.org

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