Today is World Autism Awareness Day.
This is the 8th year of the event, which seeks to raise funding and awareness.
Marcella Moroney knows exactly how important this day is, and what is needed to help support families who are affected.
Marcella is mother to four boys, Nathan, Calum, Leon and Kyle, aged from 11 to 5, who all have autism.
This morning, she joined Ivan and Chris on Newstalk Breakfast to tell her story:
You can find out more about World Autism Awareness Day, log on to Autism Speaks for facts.
Use #LIUB to share your experience across social media and help light the world up blue this April!
Check out this powerful video featuring Marcella Moroney and other families who attend the Solas Unit - local autism initiative in Dunlavin, Co Wickow:
