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Quicksand
In the depths of despair, a battle waged,A soul sinking in the quicksand, caged.Depression’s grip, a heavy weight,Dragging me down, sealing my fate. Work stress looming, a job at risk,The fear of failure, a dark abyss.Brother’s departure, a painful blow,Sister’s absence, a lonely echo. Son’s journey to residential care,Autism’s challenges,…
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Respite Adventures: A New Chapter Begins for My Son
Today my son started respite care. This means that twice a week, Monday and Wednesday, for an hour and half, my son goes out into the community with his worker Justin. This not only gets my son out and about and helps them work on his life skills, but it…
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Navigating the Complexities of Mental Health Services: A Mother’s Battle for her Son’s Autism Care
As a mother, there is no greater priority than ensuring the well-being and happiness of your child. When faced with the challenges of accessing mental health services for a child with autism, the journey can be filled with frustration, heartache, and a sense of helplessness. In this blog post, I…
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Mourning what was, embracing what is: coping with grief and embracing autism
I am a mother of three incredible children, each navigating their own unique journey on the autism spectrum. My daughter, Heaven, is highly functional; my daughter Karlee is moderate, with the added challenges of ADHD and anxiety; and my son, nonverbal and severe. When that positive pregnancy test appeared, no…
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