Autism Society of Florida

REACH

Kids EN ↓ 64 episodes

REACH - Resources, Education, Advice, Compassion & Hope. REACH is a podcast of the Autism Society of Florida as it endeavors to reach out to families and people with autism. In this program, we discuss a broad swath of topics that are certain to make your journey a little bit easier, and a lot more meaningful.

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Autism Society of Florida

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Kids

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Latest episode

Dec 15, 2025

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Episodes

63. Planning your Travel 15.12.2025
62. Navigating the Craziness of Life 15.10.2025

EVERYONE needs a little help when it comes to navigating the stressors of the world. Now, more than ever, people need to understand what makes them tick, chill, and deal with the world that oftentimes seems as though it's in a moment of chaos. In this episode, we talk about ways that you can stay sane in a world that seems to be running upside down. 

61. Surviving College Living 17.09.2025

This is Part 2 in our College Living series.  Surviving college living (in addition to all of the coursework) is a massive challenge for many young adults. For adults with autism, the social nuances can bring on an additional layer that can prove to be quite cumbersome. In this episode, we talk about the steps you can take to survive this brand new world of adulthood. 

60. College Living Preparation 15.08.2025

Living in a dorm is one of the most challenging parts about attending college. Listen to this episode for tips on how to have a seamless transition into college living and how to adjust to some pretty big changes.

59. Sensory on the 4th of July 08.08.2025
58. Perfect Time to Try New Things 12.06.2025
57. Recognizing Drowning Prevention Month 16.05.2025

May is Drowning Prevention Water Safety Month.  Children with autism are 160 times more likely to die from drowning than typically developing children.  Check out these resources to stay ahead of a potential tragedy. https://www.autismfl.org/drowning-prevention https://ndpa.org/ https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety.html?srsltid=AfmBOorj...

56. You Don't Look Autistic 15.04.2025
55. College 411 14.04.2025
54. Unraveling Dating Relationships in Autism 14.02.2025
53. Understanding Social Relationships 15.01.2025
52. Suicidal Ideation in Autism 16.12.2024
51. Living with Food Challenges 15.11.2024

For many people with autism, food sensitivites and sensory challenges tend to contribute to aversions when it comes to eating certain types of foods.  Some struggle with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), which is an eating disorder that involves extreme picky eating caused by sensory sensitivities or food-based fears. In some cases, this can lead to severe malnutrition. Research i...

50. Employment Challenges for Those with Autism 15.10.2024

As crazy as it seems for 2024, we are still faced with an 85+% un and underemployment rate for those with autism - many of who would LOVE to have a job! In this episode, we talk about what some of the challenges are and what steps you can take to traverse the interview process and do what we'd all like to do - start making some money! 

49. Bullying Significance in Autism 15.09.2024

This episode provides the real life experiences of bullying by two autistic self-advocates.

48. Offering Perspectives of Females on the Autism Spectrum 15.08.2024

Females with autism often go unidentified until adulthood, which sets them up for a childhood riddled with anxiety brought on by masking and bullying. In this episode, hosts Michelle Zeman and Conrad Blaze share a candid conversation about some of those challenges and offer some tips to assist families as they seek to support their daughters, nieces, granddaughters and female loved ones.

47. Masking in Autism 15.07.2024

In this session, hosts Michelle Zeman and Conrad Blaze give us their personal experience as self advocates dealing with masking.

46. Why Autism Acceptance 29.04.2024

In this episode, we hear from self-advocate, Conrad Blaze as he shares the difference between awareness and acceptance, and why acceptance is so much more meaningful.

45. Introduction to Lauren's Hope 27.03.2024

Having medical information that's easily accessible to first responders is SO IMPORTANT to those with autism, as well as other medication conditions like epilepsy - which is found in more than 35% of those with autism. Equally important is for Mom or Dad to have medical jewelry on their own body, in case they become incapacitated during an accident with their child in the back seat, who may be una...

44. How Labels Have Changed 03.01.2024

Labels might be something that's meant for shirts, or even jars, but unfortunately they're also a pathway to accessing services. Maybe one day that will change, but for now, it's what we have. That's why it's important to know and understand what they are and why they have changed over the last ten years. Access No Limits Global here - NOT TO BE MISSED :) - No Limits Global Access our blog here: B...

43. How to Make Caregiver Friendly Workplaces 27.12.2023

We count on our workplaces to give us support. This episode explains what makes a workplace a supportive atmosphere for parents of kids with autism. No Limits Global here Blog here

42. How to Be a Friend to Someone with Autism 20.12.2023

To get a friend you have to be a friend. In this episode we talk about ways to become friends with a person with autism. No Limits Global access here Blog access here

41. Improving Your Well-Being 13.12.2023

You can't take care of someone else if you're not taking care of yourself. In this episode, we talk about some ways that you can ensure that you're remembering the person who's holding things together - YOU!   Grab No Limits Global Right here   This info can be found on our blog at: Autism Blog

40. Struggles of Caregivers 06.12.2023

Are you a caregiver? It's hard, isn't it? If we want to be around to help our kids and other loved ones, we MUST take care of ourselves! This episode focuses on the caregiver and why it's so important to not forget about YOU.

39. Quick Word About CPR 29.11.2023

The #1 cause of death of children with autism is drowning. In fact, it happens 160 times more for these kids than it does for typically developing children. It's vitally important that parents know about CPR.

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