Living on the Spectrum into Adulthood
The Services Cliff: What Parents Should Understand Before High School Ends
Read More…: The Services Cliff: What Parents Should Understand Before High School EndsSchool services can end on a fixed date while adult supports use separate applications, eligibility rules, and waiting lists. This researched guide helps parents start building the bridge before high school ends.
Guardianship at 18: Questions to Ask Before Your Child Turns 18
Read More…: Guardianship at 18: Questions to Ask Before Your Child Turns 18My son is eight, but questions about legal adulthood cannot wait until the week he turns eighteen. This researched guide explains what to ask about guardianship, supported decision-making, benefits, and less restrictive options.
Planning Ahead: What I Learned About ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts for My Son’s Future
Read More…: Planning Ahead: What I Learned About ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts for My Son’s FutureThere’s a question I’ve spent too many nights turning over: what actually happens to my son if my husband and I aren’t here one day. Here’s what I found when I finally sat down and researched ABLE accounts and special needs trusts, plus how to find the right options in your own state.
From Neurodiversity to Prosperity: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
Read More…: From Neurodiversity to Prosperity: A Guide for EntrepreneursFrom Neurodiversity to Prosperity: A Guide for Entrepreneurs” celebrates the unique strengths and perspectives of neurodivergent individuals in the business world. It highlights their exceptional ability to think creatively, pay meticulous attention to detail, leverage specialized expertise, and build strong support networks. The piece emphasizes the importance of investing in education, crafting comprehensive business plans, creating engaging content for marketing,…
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About Me
I am Caren – I’ve been wanting to start a blog because I feel the need to share my journey, struggles, and victories with others. When it comes to describing myself, I wear many hats: wife, keeper of my house, corporate world employee, friend, sister, and daughter. But above all, I identify most strongly with being called “Mama.” In this space, I’ll be focusing on the role of motherhood, which has taken me on the wildest roller-coaster ride of my life.