When tomorrow comes

03/13/24 • 32 min

When should you start preparing your young person for adulthood? Following a post-14 programme model, Samera and her parent co-host Celeste, an NHS transition coordinator, discuss what health considerations parents should be discussing with their young person moving into adulthood. From writing health and communication passports, understanding the Mental Capacity Act, to consent and STIs.

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

Podcast Engineer: Paul Henty Theme music: Alisdair Stirling

Previous 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

Next Episode

I want to break free

Following a post-14 programme model Samera and her parent co-host Celeste, an NHS transitions coordinator, outline independence skills parents should consider when their young person is moving into adulthood. From how to forge independence, travel skills, and money management to options for supported living. Celeste and Samera also compare an Occupational Therapist’s recommendations, of which household chores they've managed to get their children to do. 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.