Taking Authority Over Autism

On this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge talks with Reach for Resources about the programs, tools, and support available for individuals with disabilities and their families. From navigating services to accessing community resources, this conversation offers practical guidance and encouragement for caregivers and loved ones. Tune in to discover ways to empower and s...

Sheletta chats with her friends at Reach for Resources about the inclusive services they provide at city parks in Brooklyn Center, Chanhassen, Crystal, Edina, and other Twin Cities metro suburbs so that kids and adults with autism will have additional support to enjoy camps and other activities on the latest episode of her Taking Authority over Autism podcast.

This week on Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge spotlights Washington County’s incredible back-to-school event, where families can get vaccinations, free school supplies, and so much more. Learn how this celebration helps kids kick off the school year healthy, prepared, and confident.

In this episode of the Taking Authority Over Autism Podcast, host Sheletta sits down with the team from Child Care Aware for a real, honest conversation about finding the right childcare for your family. They’re all about finding what works best for each family—because every child deserves quality care, and every parent deserves to feel supported.

In this episode of Taking Authority Over Autism, host Sheletta Brundidge spotlights ChangeTheOutcome.org , a powerful platform working to bridge the gap in autism care and equity. She talks about how this organization is changing the narrative. If you're tired of feeling like you're navigating this journey alone, this episode gives you hope, resources, and real talk from someone who lives it.

On Taking Authority, Over Autism Podcast with host Sheletta Brundidge, she's talking about transformation. This episode explores how families can use collaborative communication between parents and children to build healthier relationships and families.

Sheletta chats with the owner of a new daycare in Mankato, Minnesota that specializes in caring for children on the spectrum on the latest episode of her podcast.

Sheletta talks to the people behind a new documentary that highlights critical role of disability caretakers on the latest episode of her autism podcast.

Sheletta talks to the organizer of a teen summer camp that hopes to teach kids about dollars and cents on the latest episode of her podcast.

Sheletta talks to her friends at Pacer Center who are warning parents about possible legislation that wants to use restriction in the classroom to manage the behaviors of kids with autism on the latest episode of her podcast.

This week on her podcast, Sheletta tells her listeners about WayMakers, a new recovery community in Forest Lake that hopes to a strong community of support for people recovering from substance misuse. This show has been brought to you in partnership with Washington County Public Health and Environment.

On the latest episode of her autism podcast, Sheletta chats with Mikisha Nation with Teach for America about her efforts to get more people to become teachers, which is important because there is a lack of special education teachers across the country.

Sheletta shares the story about her son Daniel was non-verbal for the first five years of his life until he started singing. The mom of three autistic kids learned that the child could be taught through music. This week she chats with Shana Moses who directs a choir of dementia patients and says music motivates them to remember things that doctors, and family members think they've long forgotten.

Sheletta chats with her friends from the Minnesota Twins to let everyone know about the Autism Awareness Day at the ballpark coming up on May 28th.

Sheletta chats with her pals at the Stearns County Sheriff's Office about a new program they've implemented that hopes to make it easier to find kids on the spectrum who wander away on the latest episode of her podcast Taking Authority over Autism.

Sheletta chats with her friends at Banyan Community Center about how they help children in the Phillips Neighborhood with after school and mentoring programs and how they've got an event coming up that allows people to help them keep doing the good work.

Sheletta chats with Roxana Segura about Project Salud, a program through Wellshare that aims to provide information and make connections within the Hispanic community to battle opioid misuse on the latest episode of her podcast.   

Sheletta talks with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about how Minnesota was able to take the top spot for youth voter turnout and more on the latest episode of her autism podcast.

Sheletta chats with Dr. Artika Tyner about how drug abusers are seeking refuge in library bathrooms, putting families and children at risk.

Sheletta joins a North Philly organization to host a special day on April 12th for kids on the spectrum and their families for Autism Awareness Month.

There is a free workshop for parents who have special needs kids experiencing  bullying in school. It'll teach you how to get help through your support team so that your child can have a successful and safe school year.

What happens to your special needs child if budget cuts happen or the Department of Education is shut down? Sheletta chats with an expert who can help you develop a plan for your neurodivergent child.

Oftentimes, parents who have kids with autism don't get much sleep because the only time they can get work done and complete chores is after their kids go to bed. Dr. Abigail Miller, Chief Medical Officer from UnitedHealthcare of Minnesota offers tips for how to sleep better and get healthy for spring.

Sheletta tells you all about a college for kids with autism and how their annual fundraiser coming up this weekend makes it possible for more adults on the spectrum to learn to live independently successfully. 

In honor of Women's History Month, Dr. Alta DeRoo, the Chief Medical Officer at Hazleden Betty Ford talks about the challenges of being a trailblazer. She also shares how Former First Lady Betty Ford's journey continues to inspire and empower women today.