Tackling Autism Foundation

In April 2007, Scott and Ashley Jackson left their doctor’s office with two things: an autism diagnosis for their 2-year-old son Tyler and an overwhelming anxiety for the future. Recognizing the importance of early intervention, the young parents began to research treatment options in Houston. Scott, an offensive lineman for the Houston Texans, turned to his coach, Joe Marciano, the father of an autistic boy, for help. Joe told Scott while the cost of full-time therapy can be frightening, Tyler’s improvement would be priceless. Shortly after, the Jacksons enrolled Tyler in full-time therapy at Houston’s Texana Center. In the two years since Tyler’s diagnosis, Scott and Ashley have witnessed incredible progress. Once limited to a five-word vocabulary, Tyler has transformed into a chatterbox. His irrational tantrums have been replaced with polite requests for attention and a once frightening world has become an exciting one. With Tyler as their inspiration, Scott and Ashley want to help other parents navigate the challenging world of autism. In 2009, they formed the Tackling Autism Foundation as a way to help reduce the cost of autism therapies and allow more families the opportunity to have their kids treated.

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Company size

2-10 employees

Headquarters

Winter Park, Fl

Type

Nonprofit

Founded

2009