Support for Parents & Caregivers

Joseph Shipman joins the Autism Family Resource Podcast to share his perspective as an autistic adult, co-author, artist, and radio professional.

Cath Hakanson shares practical ways parents can approach sex education, consent, privacy, and body safety with autistic and neurodivergent children.

Dr. Jonathan Chism shares how the Autism Dad Social Club helps fathers build community, reduce isolation, and support their families.

A powerful conversation on race, autism, and parenting that helps families shift from expectation to connection.

Being a parent of an autistic child can feel overwhelming, especially for fathers trying to “do it right.” In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Chism shares his honest journey of growth, connection, and learning from autistic voices — offering insight, hope, and community support for parents navigating autism parenting.

Father-focused autism communities can help dads feel less alone, share practical resources, reduce burnout, and create stronger support systems for the whole family.

A parent-focused guide to understanding autism, cultural identity, and how to build connection through neurodiversity-affirming strategies.

Neurodiversity-affirming therapy supports autistic and neurodivergent children by building on their strengths rather than trying to “fix” differences. Learn how this compassionate approach helps kids thrive.