EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 43 MIN
What If The System Is Not Built For Them
from Parenting Severe Autism · host Shannon Chamberlin
Send us Fan MailWe go back through the emails from our son’s first year in a new high school and relive how quickly “support” turned into constant crises. Then I share the most surprising update I have had in years!• school fees shock and using McKinney-Vento homeless status while doubled up • early attempts at communication through typing and why it feels complicated • IEP meeting overload and what caregiver burnout looks like in real time • why regular school is not built for many severe autism needs • adult autism communication breakthrough • small functional winsplease share your stories with me and check me out on my live streams. Leave me hearts and comments and stuff, and let's see how that goes. S.A.F.E.R. Lifestyles Respite GoFundMePlease share this GoFundMe to help raise funds for building our DREAM, Outlined in Episode 57AngelSense DeviceAngelSense GPS Monitoring Device Tracker For Kids, Teens, ElderlyView My Summer Supplies Shopping Cart!iHerb supplies some of the safest summer products for sunscreen, bug screen, and stress management!SAVE 5% LIFEPRO FITNESS PRODUCTSWe love our Waver Vibration Plate and BioHeal Plus Red Light Panel! Calming. Healing. YES.Select a Size TV Screen Impact ProtectorHeavy Duty. Extensively tested; will deflect any thrown remote control or a toy.Therapressure Brush 6 Pack Latex FreeSpecial Supplies Sensory Brush for Occupational and Sensory Brushing 6 Pack Latex Free StimulateCalmNO MORE HANGERS!Hanging soft box closet organizerFingerprint Entry Door HandleBiometric Fingerprint Entry Interior Door HandleMagnesium Citrate Nervous System SupportNOW Foods - Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support 400 mg. - 240 Vegetable Capsule(s) NOW Foods MaDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support 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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Send us Fan Mail We go back through the emails from our son’s first year in a new high school and relive how quickly “support” turned into constant crises. Then I share the most surprising update I have had in years! • school fees shock and using McKinney-Vento homeless status while doubled up • early attempts at communication through typing and why it feels complicated • IEP meeting overload and what caregiver burnout looks like in real time • why regular school is not bui...
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