RE: Tales of an Exhausted Autism Mom: Part One-The Bus Dream
My heart goes out to you and your husband. We didn't have half the hurdles that you have had and yet we were exhausted. We ended up homeschooling which has worked out wonderful. Not promoting - everyone is different and not all situations allow for it. It did make things easier for us in the aspect of unsupportive teachers in our son's school. Not easy. I've had many friends that have autistic children that have made great strides - of every variation/ every type of therapy....I've witnessed it all and the extreme amounts of dedication, time and exhaustion, heartache the parents go through on this journey.
Here are some links that you might find useful.
A glimpse of one of my good friends' journey with her severely autistic son - he is now 21 and has his own business! There are always silver linings when love is involved. Rebecca is a great person to connect with and hopefully get on steemit. Very active in the autism community and beautiful heart.
https://www.facebook.com/beautifulblawesome/?pnref=lhc
Much love to your family and a big hug from me for being such an attentive and aware mama.
Thank you so much, @youhavewings! We struggle, but not nearly as much as some other autism families. I know it sounds cliche, but I really do feel lucky to be his mom. There are so many little moments that make it all worth it.
I've recently started researching the biomedical techniques and ACC protocol to see it it is right for us.
I completely understand. So excellent that you are looking into these things. I know this route costs a lot of money out of pocket - shouldn't be that way. But it is worth every penny if it works for you. Have a wonderful evening.