TEDx are local TED talks created in the spirit of TED’s mission, “ideas worth spreading.” It supports independent organizers who want to create a TED-like event in their own community. This talk was given by Lamarque Polvado, founder of Connections Kids. This free online resource and app is a directory for children and families with special needs. He created this valuable resource for Texan families when he realized first-hand a lack of information available when he daughter Ashlyn was diagnosed with autism. Connections Family,” Helps families find quality resource providers, discover hope and explore the possibilities.”