“In 1998 I embarked on a remarkable journey, that would gratify my life and all those who had the honor of meeting my daughter, who was diagnosed with autism. Unbeknownst, to me was the beginning of a journey of psychologist, doctors, neurologists, and therapist; a journey of unrelenting stares and questions. The uniqueness of my daughters autism explains, that why as a young adult, her favorite television station is still Disney channel.”

As my daughter got older resources become scarce and not focused on independent life building skills. Her desire to help others, her contagious smile, and relentless fortitude encouraged my purpose to help her and other young adults in the autism community to work “within their abilities in spite of their disabilities.”

-Melissa Simmons-Towns, owner of Whiches On Wheels

In 2016 her commitment to family and the importance of living an active lifestyle and balance nutrition lead Melissa to independently open “Whiches On Wheels” a food truck and restaurant in her local town of Rolesville NC. Three years later, Whiches On Wheels is now a Autism Community Event Support business, that offers catering and event support to the local autism community; including monthly social groups meetings. Whiches On Wheels has encountered changes and profound growth, with new business partners, and a developing legacy of autistic young adults that are achieving personal goals day by day.