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Group Homes and Shenanigans (S7E13)
FromThe Autism Dad
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21 minutes
Released:
Apr 16, 2024
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Episode Summary:In this insightful episode, Rob Gorski sits down with his eldest son, Gavin, who is autistic, to discuss the important and nerve-wracking journey of transitioning to adulthood. They delve into Gavin's experiences with job training, his first job, and the process of touring group homes as he plans his future.Key Points Discussed:- Transition to Adulthood: Gavin shares his progress and challenges as he navigates through important milestones like job training and exploring living arrangements.- Touring Group Homes: Gavin talks about his criteria for a suitable group home and his feelings about touring such homes for the first time.- Future Plans and Aspirations: Gavin discusses his aspirations to start a YouTube channel focused on gaming, aiming to build it as both a passion project and a safety net.- Managing Health and Personal Interests: As someone who is immunocompromised, Gavin emphasizes the importance of living in a clean and healthy environment. He also shares how he wishes to include his future roommates in his YouTube gaming sessions.Contacting The Autism Dad: For more information, to be a guest, or to become a sponsor, please visit theautismdad.link.Mentioned in this episode:Learn More: MightierMightier is a biofeedback-based video game platform that teaches kids to self-regulate emotionally. This leads to a significant reduction in meltdowns and parental stress. It's backed by science and has helped over 100,000 kids learn to regulate their emotions. For more information, the latest reviews/updates as well as current discount codes, visit theautismdad.com/mightier.
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Released:
Apr 16, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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