Alex Hansen, 7, is moving on to second grade at Millbrook Elementary School in the fall. A few years ago he was diagnosed with autism but manages well in a regular classroom with the occasional help of a teaching assistant. Like most kids with autism, Alex has to deal with communication issues. Last summer he attended Camp Puzzle Palooza, a weeklong day camp at Cedar Creek Church intended especially for kids with autism, as well as siblings and other children.
"I'm a normal kid at that camp," Alex told his mom, Jamie.
Autism camp gives kids a place where they 'belong'
