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College Builds Independence
Last fall, my son took a full course load at our local community college. I had a big calendar on the fridge with his college schedule to manage the driving responsibilities and juggle his other appointments. While he did his homework on his own, I supervised everything else. This spring, he went away to an autism…
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When Should We Start Career Planning
When should career planning start? When should we start talking to our kids about careers in medicine, business, or car repair? The trend for all kids — neurotypical and neurodivergent — is to begin in middle school. Are 14- and 15-year-olds ready to commit to a career path in law enforcement, food services, or entertainment? Many say no. I certainly…
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Get the College Experience Without College Credits
Some kids desperately want to attend college and live in a dorm, even though they can’t handle college-level academics. They are social kids who like to be around other young people. Maybe they want to get away from home and be more independent. They want to stroll across a college campus, get lunch at the…
The Autism College Connection 