Parenting neurodivergent teens or young adults is a journey best shared. We are here to support each other, so whether you're new to all this, or have walked the path for a while, we all have something to contribute. Whether you're looking for guidance, resources, success stories, wisdom to share, a place to give or get advice, a friend to laugh with, a shoulder to cry on, let's meet! Take the poll AND leave a comment on where you live and what day and time of day you would like to get together virtually for a coffee or drink. I'll schedule meet-ups and put them on the calendar for whoever can join.

Leaving the Nest: A free, live introductory session for parents of late-diagnosed autistic and AuDHD young adults. If you want clarity, calm, and a real roadmap for the transition to adulthood, this is your starting point. Donna Barwald and Beth Rosenfeld, creators of AuDHD Adulting, will show you the path and how to build the safety net your child needs to launch. You'll learn about supports and scaffolding, social services, college accommodations, job and housing support, building executive function and independent living skills, and planning for their future when you are gone. Comment here that you will be attending, and we will send reminders and the link to join before the event. You can also get the Meet link https://meet.google.com/dph-qocm-gxj and add the event to your calendar by clicking on the event in the Calendar section. You’re not behind. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.

Have you had a chance to check out our classroom? I've been very busy posting courses and resources! Some resources include a recommended reading list, executive functioning apps that work, mental health resources, and Neurodiversity University where we explain key concepts and conditions. In the "Leaving the Nest" course I posted the slides we used for the free 30-minute live presentation. If you missed it and are interested in attending the next one, let me know your availability and we can schedule another time that works for you. The full 8-week course "Launching Your AuDHD Young Adult" starts late August. Although I am particularly acquainted with the services, benefits and programs California provides, this course is designed so anyone in the United States can access the available resources in their state. The thumbnail is listed twice: one has the information about the workshop itself, and the other is the link to enroll. If you are interested but the time slot isn't right, leave me a comment and let's find another day or time that fits your schedule. I need a minimum of 4 families and a maximum of 10 families to run a cohort. One paid registration covers up to four people supporting the young adult (parent, step-parent, grandparent, guardian, conservator, trustee, etc), so someone can miss a session and still be covered. Let me know if you have any questions!

From today through Sunday, autism coach and author Patty Laushman is offering the Kindle version of her book Parenting for Independence: Overcoming Failure to Launch in Your Autistic Emerging Adult for free! Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4gi0LlY Parenting for Independence is one of the most important resources I recommend because the collaborative relationship you develop is the foundation for everything that comes next. Listening to the audiobook was cathartic for me. Our kids have similar profiles -- late-diagnosed, gifted AuDHD with PDA -- and I was amazed how our parenting experiences were so similar. After feeling isolated and alone for so long, I felt seen! You will be encouraged by her step-by-step process for activating your autistic emerging adult's motivation, unlocking their potential, and guiding them toward a more meaningful and productive life. This book is the guide we wish we had years ago. What a gift!