In this episode, “Self-Care Isn’t Selfish—It’s a Necessity: Incorporating Self-Care Into Your Daily Life as a Black Parent of an Adult Child with Autism,” I sit down with Krystal Riddick, self-care coach and founder of Total Life Care Coaching, to discuss the importance of self-care for Black parents of adult children with autism. With the constant demands of caring for our children, self-care often feels impossible, leaving us exhausted and burned out.

Krystal shares practical strategies for integrating self-care into even the busiest routines, along with budget-friendly ideas to make it accessible. Discover simple ways to reclaim your energy and prioritize your well-being. We’ll also discuss how chronic stress can lead to serious health issues if self-care is neglected.

Also, don’t miss our "Driving us up the Wall" segment, where a parent shares a humorous, relatable autism moment, proving that we’re all in this together!

In this episode, “Legal Guardianship, Conservatorship, or Power of Attorney: Safeguarding Your Adult Child with Autism,” I’m joined by Barbara Glover, a special needs advocate and founder of Exceptional Young Adults and More, LLC. We explore essential legal protections for Black parents of adult children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Many parents may not realize the importance of guardianship, conservatorship, or power of attorney until it's too late—or may not know these options exist.

Barbara explains each option, guiding parents on which might best safeguard their adult child’s future and provide family peace of mind. We also discuss the potential consequences of lacking these protections, including a moving personal story of a family caught unprepared.

Plus, check out the “Really Dumb Things People Say About Autism” segment, highlighting some amusing but clueless comments people make about autism.