Episodes

  • Legal Guardianship, Conservatorship, or Power of Attorney: Safeguarding Your Adult Child with Autism

    Legal Guardianship, Conservatorship, or Power of Attorney: Safeguarding Your Adult Child with Autism
    Nov 5 2024

    In this episode, “Legal Guardianship, Conservatorship, or Power of Attorney: Safeguarding Your Adult Child with Autism,” I’m joined by Barbara Glover, a special needs advocate and founder of Exceptional Young Adults and More, LLC. We explore essential legal protections for Black parents of adult children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Many parents may not realize the importance of guardianship, conservatorship, or power of attorney until it's too late—or may not know these options exist.

    Barbara explains each option, guiding parents on which might best safeguard their adult child’s future and provide family peace of mind. We also discuss the potential consequences of lacking these protections, including a moving personal story of a family caught unprepared.

    Plus, check out the “Really Dumb Things People Say About Autism” segment, highlighting some amusing but clueless comments people make about autism.
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • To Formally Test or Not? Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Testing for Adults

    To Formally Test or Not? Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Testing for Adults
    Nov 4 2024
    Black children are often diagnosed with autism later than their white peers, with some reaching adulthood without a formal assessment. This delay can leave Black parents wondering if they should pursue ASD testing for their adult children. In this episode, “To Formally Test or Not? Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Testing for Adults,” I’m joined by Dr. Toi Curry, a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in ASD testing for adults. Together, we discuss the complexities of ASD diagnosis and explore the options for parents considering testing. Don’t miss Dr. Curry’s memorable analogy between an ASD diagnosis and a burrito! You'll want to check out our "Driving us up the Wall" segment, where a parent shares a funny, relatable autism moment—reminding us that we’re not alone in the unique chaos of our journeys. It's proof that the madness doesn't just exist only in your household or in your world! And what's more is, as parents, we ALL just get it-no explanation's necessary!
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    1 hr and 5 mins