The power of love

02/14/24 • 40 min

As part of our ‘pride not prejudice’ series we wanted to give a voice to a cohort who can often be missed when talking about autism. Samera interviewed Jude a mum of three, who described parenting her non verbal 22 year old son, Marky. Jude outlined the joys and challenges they have shared as a family and his route into supported living.

All references in the podcast are in this episode's transcript [Transcripts with References - Frank Communications]

If you are new to autism and parenting, Quirky and Autistic Parenting podcast is just for you. The content of this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute advice.

All references in the podcast are in this episode's transcript [Transcripts with References - Frank Communications]

If you are new to autism and parenting, Quirky and Autistic Parenting podcast is just for you. The content of this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Previous Episode

Nobody told me

There is a Dynamic Support Register of people that are at risk of going into hospital if they do not get the right care and treatment in the community. Samera and her NHS colleague Les explain what parents should do if their child’s mental or physical health is deteriorating. Samera and Les, who are part of the independent panel, walk parents through care, education and treatment reviews [CETRs],to know their rights and what should you ask a CETR panel.

All references in the podcast are in this episode's transcript [Transcripts with References - Frank Communications]

If you are new to autism and parenting, Quirky and Autistic Parenting podcast is just for you. The content of this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Podcast Engineer: Liv Bennett Theme music: Alisdair Stirling

Next Episode

A change is gonna come

Samera and her parent co-host Michelle, a primary school teacher, answer a listener’s question ‘ Why does my son find the same transition going into school and even going to sleep everyday, so difficult? ' Transitions are a time or process of change and it is natural that change almost always brings uncertainty. The hosts identify why autistic children may struggle with transitions and outline some successful strategies for home and school.

All references in the podcast are in this episode's transcript [Transcripts with References - Frank Communications]

If you are new to autism and parenting, Quirky and Autistic Parenting podcast is just for you. The content of this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute advice.

Podcast Engineer: Paul Henty Theme music: Alisdair Stirling