Non-profit group helps people with autism communicate through song
Voices Together works with about 400 students at several schools in the Triangle. The group also serves teen, adults and older adults.
Posted — Updated“The structure of the songs really help to cue their brains and they're able to output information a lot easier,” MacCallum said. “Also, being in that experience and feeling successful increases their motivation to work on their communication skills.”
White said the students find the singing “stimulates the whole brain.”
The student groups are working toward a short-term goal of performing in front of their parents.
White said the ultimate goal for the students is to be independent and be a part of their communities.
Voices Together works with about 400 students at several schools in the Triangle. The group also serves teen, adults and older adults.
The non-profit receives some public school money, but is mostly funded by foundations and corporations.
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