Autism and Adulthood

In this short follow-up episode, I share an update on my advocacy efforts to raise awareness about disability waiver waitlists and access to services for adults with special needs. I also reflect on hearing from a listener in Texas, the importance of supporting one another, and why no family should have to walk this journey alone. As we celebrate the Fourth of July, let's remember that hope,...

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, this episode focuses on what happens beyond childhood...because the journey doesn't end at 18.

After her son spent three years in a Day Program, Sharon D. Williams faced the emotional challenge of finding a new one — and quickly realized how limited the options are for adults with special needs. In this heartfelt episode, she shares the difficult balance between wanting the best for her son and navigating a system that often falls short, guided by love, faith, and determination.

In the premiere episode of Autism & Adulthood , host Sharon Williams opens up about her journey as the mother of a 24-year-old autistic son and why she felt called to create this space. With honesty and heart, Sharon shares the fears, hopes, and faith that shaped the podcast’s mission to guide families through life after high school—covering independence, housing, employment, and lifelong care...