Autism and Cancer is a Double Meltdown
In 2021, Eco-Artist Grant Maniér, age 25, living with autism, started a new adventure moving from Texas to Wisconsin on the road to independence to pursue his talents in art, graphic design, acting, and employment. Grant was looking forward to his new job as a Behavioral Technician at the Treffert Center, a school for autism students.
Before leaving Texas, Grant began experiencing a persistent on-and-off cough. Grant and his mom, Julie Coy, assumed the cough was allergies. Doctors suggested allergy medicine. Arriving in Wisconsin, Grant’s allergies exacerbated in November. After extensive testing, doctors diagnosed Grant with Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma Cancer.
“Autism has been a battle maintaining Grant’s meltdowns,” said Julie. “Now living with cancer, we hope for a meltdown, a tumor meltdown. I cannot help but worry if the combination of Autism and Cancer will take a toll on Grant’s positive mindset and energy.”
Grant continues with his art therapy. He’s looking forward to the day he will share his comeback story.
Grant is grateful to receive speedy recovery emails, social media posts, and cards. Grant loves cards! Send to:
Grant Manier
114 S. Main Street #127, Fond du Lac, WI 54935
or Email: JigsawGrant@gmail.com