Autism Labs

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A community recapping solutions and conversations with parents, teachers, researchers, BCBAs and other experts on real world challenges in caring for, educating, engaging and motivating low functioning adults with autism.

05/21/2026

What if a robot could help your loved one when you’re not there?
From grabbing items off a shelf to bringing in a delivery -this isn’t sci-fi anymore… but it comes with real questions about safety and trust.
The future of autism care might be closer than we think…but we have to get it right.

Follow for more real talk on autism and caregiving.

Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2231607/episodes/19177222
Watch here: https://youtu.be/mdVmoSO_P3Q?si=1MWdfG-lPzmpvXv6

If you're interested in joining our private Facebook community for parents and caregivers seeking residential options, guidance and peer support for profoundly autistic adults or adults with complex needs - click here! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bis7FizDW/

05/19/2026

Every parent wants safety—but what if that’s only the beginning?
This moment reveals a powerful shift: from just protecting our loved ones to truly helping them live.
Because a safe life without growth, joy, or independence… isn’t really a full life.

Follow for more real talk on autism and caregiving.

Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2231607/episodes/19177222
Watch here: https://youtu.be/mdVmoSO_P3Q?si=1MWdfG-lPzmpvXv6

If you're interested in joining our private Facebook community for parents and caregivers seeking residential options, guidance and peer support for profoundly autistic adults or adults with complex needs - click here! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bis7FizDW/

05/06/2026

This is one of those truths that hits differently when you’ve lived through high-support parenting. Fear can quietly steer choices, reactions, and even long-term planning without us fully realizing it.

In this episode, we unpack how fear shows up in parenting decisions and what it looks like to move from reaction-based choices to more grounded, intentional ones.

🎧 Go back and watch or listen to the full podcast episode for the deeper conversation and real-world insights behind this quote.

Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2231607/episodes/19060777
Watch here: https://youtu.be/SwtItu_Vugk?si=7TC_ijunmlKW_P6G

05/01/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of parenting is letting go; even when your child is at the center of everything. But sustainable, high-quality programs require trust, boundaries, and strong leadership. This moment highlights why stepping back can actually protect your child’s future.

Follow for more real talk on autism.

Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2231607/episodes/19060777
Watch here: https://youtu.be/SwtItu_Vugk?si=Ud4NKLOnSxTJ7gLY

If you're interested in joining our private Facebook community for parents and caregivers seeking residential options, guidance and peer support for profoundly autistic adults or adults with complex needs - click here! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Bis7FizDW/

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