Navigating Adult Autism

In this episode we discuss the sensory needs of our adult children and how they have changed over the years. Sensory needs are often multi-faceted and diverse for individuals with ASD. Join us as we walk through this important topic. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and the podcast on our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We have a Facebook page!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode we welcome Kyle Reed and Michelle Young from Vocational Rehabilitation of Missouri! Kyle and Michelle walk us through the process of how to get started, and the many ways they can help individuals on the ASD spectrum! Listen in and we promise you will come away with valuable information. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and t...

On this episode the moms discuss how we navigate the medical community now that our children are all adults. What has gone right and wrong for each of our families as we have sought out good care for them. Good medical care is vital for our young adults. Join us as we discuss this important topic. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and the podc...

On this episode we introduce a new segment called, Navigating News! Then all the moms discuss our family’s faith traditions and the difficulties and successes we have experienced. Church can often be complicated for families that are touched by autism. Join us as we discuss this important topic. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! You can find us at: ⁠Navigating Adult Aut...

In this episode, the moms discuss guardianship and what that looks like for each of our families. There are so many things to be considered when planning and determining if guardianship is needed. Join us as we discuss the different ways guardianship has helped ensure that we are doing all we can to ensure future success for our loved ones. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscr...

We discuss hygiene and what that currently looks like for our adults on the spectrum. We believe that hygiene is directly connected to dignity. We also know good hygiene plays a role in everything from relationships to employment. Join us as we discuss all the meaningful things that the topic of hygiene encompasses for our adult children and our families. If you like our podcast, please share, rev...

We begin this episode with some wonderful news from Cynthia! The remainder of the episode is focused on the topic of supports. There are many types of supports our children need even as adults to be successful. Us moms discuss several different types of supports and how they currently help our families thrive. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us a...

We continue to discuss the trials and tribulations surrounding transportation for non-drivers within the disability community. Join us as we focus on how we can successfully navigate the barriers of transportation. The moms discuss the role that trust and safety play in finding reliable transportation as well. There are so many needs that go unmet in this area. Please join us for this important co...

Join us in exploring holiday cultural norms and effective family strategies. Our group of moms discusses navigating holiday expectations, sharing what works and what doesn't. This insightful conversation promises practical insights for diverse family celebrations. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and the podcast on our website⁠⁠⁠⁠ . ⁠⁠We hav...

Expectation is as a belief that someone will or should achieve something. The expectations that we hold as parents, and that others hold for our children, is powerful. In this episode we discuss how expectations have helped and hindered our children’s journeys to adulthood while navigating the autism spectrum. If you like our podcast, please share, review, and subscribe! ⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and...

In this episode the moms discuss the trials and tribulations of driving and transportation issues for our non-drivers. Suzanne Ervin, OTR, owner of Ability Transportation and Rides 4 Ability, joins in on the conversation. Suzie has a wealth of experience in the transportation industry and shares her unique perspectives on the issues. We hope you will listen in to gain insight into the current lack...

In this episode we discuss the whirlwind process of navigating our sons and daughters through the transition from high school to adulthood. This time is often referred to as the “disability cliff” and for good reason. Join all seven of us moms as we recount our families’ experiences through this challenging time. We discuss what life looks like now for our young adults, the complexities of the jou...

We discuss how each of us found our voice as advocates. Advocacy is a vital component to navigating life with a son or daughter on the autism spectrum. Join us as we detail our journeys and learn and connect with each other. Everyone’s journey looks different, but we can all relate. Learn more about us and the podcast on our website . Like our Facebook page to get the latest updates for the podcas...

Welcome to our first episode! In this episode, each mom introduces themselves and discuss their families' beginnings on the autism spectrum. Come connect with us!