Veronica Bird

Veronica Bird is the founder of Ahead with Autism. Inspired by her son, Ramsey, who was diagnosed with regressive autism at the age of two, she was alarmed at the lack of recognition of the early signs of autism by medical professionals. Driven by pain, compassion and love, Veronica made a vow to God to help Ramsey and others afflicted by Autism. Ramsey responded very well to medical and educational interventions. She documented Ramsey's progress on video.

After Ramsey was well on his way to a miraculous recovery, Veronica began producing an award-winning video, The Different Shades of Autism. The objective was to help medical professionals recognize the early signs of autism so intervention can begin as soon as possible. Numerous studies have shown that the earlier the intervention the better the long-term prognosis for a more normal, productive life for individuals with autism. Veronica has committed all her time and effort to the cause of autism awareness.