by Tamara | Apr 17, 2022 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
As the saying goes, if you’ve met one person with autism, then you’ve met one person with autism. While there are a number of traits that many people with autism may have, they are still specific only to that person. Each autistic person has their own set of...
by Tamara | Jan 16, 2022 | Getting Help
The Book: “Smart but Scattered Teens” (affiliate link) Authors: Richard Guare, PhD, Peg Dawson, EdD and Colin Guare, MS What is it about? “Smart but Scattered Teens” (affiliate link) is all about helping your teenager improve their executive function skills. What are...
by Tamara | Jan 9, 2022 | Getting Help
Our children with autism and ADHD already deal with so much every day to try to fit into a neurotypical world that isn’t made for them. On top of that, they are at a higher risk for developing depression too. If you notice your child or teen seems down and not...
by Tamara | Jan 2, 2022 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
When your child has autism, parents want as much help as possible with obtaining and affording care and services. Your state’s Medicaid waiver is one way to receive that help. But what is the Medicaid waiver, what does it cover and why should you apply for it for your...
by Tamara | Dec 5, 2021 | Getting Help
Many people on the autism spectrum experience a variety of sensory issues. Sometimes, they can self-soothe themselves through actions and the use of certain items such as noise-reducing headphones, sunglasses and swings. Sensory tools and everyday items can really...
by Tamara | Sep 18, 2021 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Sleep is so important for our health and overall well-being. Unfortunately, sleep can be a real struggle for people with autism and ADHD. As a parent of an autistic/ADHD child, it can be challenging for us too because if our child is not sleeping well, usually we are...
