The Autism Dad Ohio

On this week’s episode, Montoya Rogers is back to share her personal parenting journey raising her autistic son. We talk about her journey to acceptance and the path she followed to help her son. We also discuss her non-profit, Puzzle Mom. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Puzzle Mom is devoted to empowering mothers of minority children diagnosed with autism. About Montoya Rogers: Montoya L. Rogers is a Co...

In this weeks episode, Becca Mitchner is here to talk about Camp Nuhop. Camp Nuhop is located in Perrysville, Ohio. They provide an amazing summer camp experience for neurodivergent youth. While most kids are from Ohio, some travel from across the country to spend time here. This episode will discuss what the camp has to offer. Whether or not it’s a good fit for your family, and how to get it fund...

Join me as I chat with Gary Tonks, the President and CEO at The Arc of Ohio - the state's premier organization for disability advocacy. Discover the essence of The Arc, and learn how families in Ohio can tap into their invaluable services at no cost. Dive into the myriad ways The Arc stands as a beacon of support in this episode. About Gary Tonks: Gary Tonks is the president/CEO of The Arc of Ohio...

I interviewed my friend Rick Miller, owner of Special Needs Living Magazine (Akron & Canton). Special Needs Living Magazine exists to celebrate the amazing special needs families in Stark and Summit counties, in Northeast Ohio. It’s beautifully done, absolutely free, and loved by so many people. This is the story behind this amazing magazine. About Rick Miller: Rick is a husband, and father of thr...

In this episode, we explore the critical role of health insurance for special needs families in Ohio, focusing on CareSource, a leading Medicaid provider. Our guest, Montoya Rogers, wears two hats: she's both a CareSource representative and an autism mom. Tune in to hear an insider's perspective on how CareSource is equipped to meet the healthcare needs of special needs families. About Montoya Rog...

In this episode, I’m joined by Kathryn Bryan, a Special Needs Financial Planner based in Northeast Ohio. Kathryn dives into the essential topic of planning for the future when you have a child with a disability. From utilizing government benefits to specialized trust funds, Kathryn provides invaluable insights to help secure a strong financial future for your family, regardless of your situation....

Nicole White from Instagram's Raising Raymie returns to share her insights on helping autistic kids make transitions and adjust to new routines. Using real-life examples from preparing her son for the new school year, Nicole offers practical tips and strategies for parents. Tune in to arm yourself with the tools you need to make your child's transitions smoother. About Nikki White: Nikki is a wife...

In this week's episode, I speak with Lisa Morrison. Lisa is a mother to 3 autistic kids, as well as Co-Founder and President of Integrated Community Solutions, Inc. ICS is a nonprofit based in Medina Ohio. She’s here to talk about her journey as a parent, as well as all the free resources, and social enrichment programs ICS provides for people with developmental disabilities in Northeast Ohio. We...

This week, join us as we dive deep with Laurie Cramer, Executive Director of The Autism Society of Greater Akron. From her heartfelt experiences as a parent to an autistic child, to the pivotal changes needed to uplift the autism community, this conversation is both enlightening and inspiring. Learn about the incredible ways the Autism Society is making a difference locally. Don’t miss out! About...

On this week's podcast, join me as I sit down with Brett Powell. After my conversation with Jamie Lewis Smith last week about her autism parenting experiences, Brett steps in to share the story of how he and Jamie united their families, offering his personal perspective on the journey. About Brett Powell: Brett Powell has always been passionate about helping the special needs community. He spent s...

On this week’s episode, we learn all about my friend Jamie Lewis Smith’s experience, raising her autistic son. We talk about the challenges and the victories. We also talk about what blending families with her partner Brett has been like. Next week, I talk with Brett and learn what this journey has been like for him, from his perspective. About Jamie Lewis Smith: Jamie Lewis Smith, Ph. D. is a lic...

Welcome to "The Autism Dad Ohio," I’m Rob Gorski. Building on the success of my award-winning blog and podcast, "The Autism Dad”, this localized edition supports Ohio families on their autism parenting journeys. As a single dad of three amazing autistic kids, I've been the go-to resource for parents navigating neurodivergence across the globe since 2010. "The Autism Dad Ohio “connects you with ess...