EP.54 - The Caregiver's Dilemma: Fighting for Your Child While Fighting for Yourself

from Parenting Severe Autism · host Shannon Chamberlin

Send us Fan MailShannon Chamberlin shares a devastating family betrayal that threatened her son's financial future and pushed her to physical and emotional breaking points, while also celebrating rare moments of communication breakthrough from her severely autistic son.• The purpose of the podcast is to warn parents about unexpected challenges in severe autism parenting• Shannon discusses her 19-year struggle with Hashimoto's autoimmune condition while caregiving• The family is taking legal precautions to protect their current living situation• Shannon's perspective on residential care evolved from heartbreak to desperately seeking options• Rare communication breakthroughs provide precious moments of connection with her son• Caregivers need time for personal development and thinking as adults, not just emergency parentsIf you have questions, comments, or stories to share, email [email protected] the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Parenting-Severe-Autism-podcast/100083292374893/Email: [email protected]

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