Siskin Children's Institute

10/01/2026

We were on the air again this morning with Jed & JR, Talk Radio 102.3, talking a little more about Autism and answering questions from the community.

Don Mueller, President and CEO at Siskin Children's Institute and Alison Singer, Co-founder and President Autism Science Foundation teamed up once again to inform families about the resources available here in Chattanooga, TN, combined with some research backed feedback from our special guest.

Don shared how Siskin has reduced the medical diagnosis waitlist from 13 months to just 3 months, expanded therapy services to include Physical Therapy, and developed new partnerships that will help Siskin reach and support even more children and families.

Alison highlighted two unique research studies currently underway and discussed how this work could potentially lead to new treatments and approaches for children in the future.

Both Don and Alison emphasized the importance of early diagnosis and intervention, along with ABA therapy when appropriate, in helping children build skills, improve outcomes, and reach their full potential.

Check out the discussion from this morning here: https://omny.fm/shows/talk-radio-102-3/jed-jr-10-1-2026-7am-theres-no-cure-for-autism-and-thats-okay-with-alison-singer

You can learn about the incredible research Alison spoke about here: www.autismsciencefoundation.org

To learn more about what we are doing over at Siskin Children's Institute and discover the Siskin difference, visit www.siskin.org

Love what we are doing and want to help us support more children and families? Donate here: www.siskin.org/giving

09/28/2026

Tomorrow kicks off the Miracle League of Chattanooga's fall 2026 season! ⚾

⏰ Saturdays, 9 am - 1 pm
📅 Sept. 26 - Oct. 31
🏆 Rotary Field (301 N. Holtzclaw Ave.)

Visit https://www.ymcachattanooga.org/programs/sports-family/miracle-league-baseball to learn more!

09/22/2026

Big Dan's Car Wash Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening Supports Siskin

Last week we joined the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce at the Grand Opening of Big Dan's Car Wash in East Brainered, TN.

Big Dan's Car Wash also made Siskin Children's Institute their charity of choice for the grand opening event and presented us with a check for $5,000 to support the children and families we serve.

We are so grateful and look forward to a continued partnership with our friends at Big Dan's Car Wash.

09/17/2026

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - College of Health, Education, and Professional Studies and Siskin Children's Institute partnered to bring Dr. Ami Kline, Director - Marcus Autism Center and cofounder of ® to the Chattanooga Autism Conference, presented by the Chattanooga Autism Center.

Don Mueller, President and CEO - Siskin Children's Institute, and Valeri Rutledge, Dean - UTC College of Health, Education, and Professional Studies, welcome Dr. Kline as the keynote speaker at this year's Autism Conference. Dr. Kline presented on the limited access to early diagnosis of autism and how this is compromising the outcomes of tens of thousands of children in the US every year. His presentation shared evidence-based research and data supporting the research of the EarliPoint® technology, recently cleared by the FDA.

EarliPoint®, currently being trialed in a pilot program at Siskin, is an eye-tracking-based, objective, and quantitative medical device for the diagnosis, assessment, and repeated monitoring/treatment response for autism for children aged 16 months to 8 years.

Learn more about EarliPoint® here: https://earlipointhealth.com/

Help us support more children here: https://www.siskin.org/kids

09/16/2026

So excited Margo's picture was chosen for the National Down Syndrome Society’s 2026 Buddy Walk and video presentation in Times Square. Can't wait to see what's next for Margo. 🤗

Watch the Kawakami family's story on our website, www.siskin.org, to see how Siskin Children's Institute supports children and families.

09/15/2026

Our team is doing amazing work to support children and families. Discover the Siskin Difference. Visit www.siskin.org to learn how we do it, or make a donation so we can support more children today.

Thank you, Chattanooga Times Free Press for honoring Siskin Children’s Institute with the 2026 Innovation Award. Read the CTFP full article here:

https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/sep/01/champions-of-health-care-2026-siskin-childrens/

09/10/2026

A little mess is part of the process! We just make sure our kids have what they need to keep going.

Our kids work hard every day in therapy, and having fresh clothes and everyday essentials on hand helps them feel comfortable, confident and ready to keep learning and growing.

Want to help? Our Amazon Wishlists make it easy to send exactly what our kids need, straight to Siskin.

📦 Shop & ship straight to us: https://a.co/eipZEJ7

A small gift can make a big difference.

09/09/2026

Our Pediatric Physical Therapy team helps children build strength, balance, coordination and confidence so they can move through the world with greater independence!

From first steps to everyday activities, we’re here to help children keep moving forward.

Learn more about Pediatric Physical Therapy at www.siskin.org/physical-therapy or talk to your pediatrician about a referral today!

09/08/2026

Check this out!

Come join us for some fun field games, stations, sensory play, healthy snacks, active play, obstacle courses, and more!!
Contact Ella at [email protected] to sign up!