My Autism Ally Podcast

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Holidays on the Spectrum

In this episode Susan and Samantha are sharing what they have learned from their 15+ years of experience of navigating the holidays with their loved ones on the autism spectrum. Regardless of where on the spectrum your loved one is, there is sure to be something useful for you to incorporate into your holiday routine. They also share what they are thankful for this year.

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Fun in the Sun #4 All Abilities Aquatics

The Fun in the Sun series is about connecting individuals and families affected by autism with area fun spots and year-round adaptive supports, services and summer activities that are available. This episode we speak with Dr. Katherine Crowell, OTD, OTR-Founder/Owner of All Abilities Aquatics, LLC.

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Special Education Series- #3 Department of Education with Dr. Nancy Holsapple

Welcome back to our Special Education series. This episode we have Dr. Nancy Holsapple, Director of Special Education at the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE). Dr. Holsapple shares with us her personal connection to special education, the role of IDOE, and offers resources and explains the role of a special education director at the district level.

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Cruisin’ for Acceptance Event

Just a short episode where Susan and Sam talk about My Autism Ally’s upcoming Cruisin For Acceptance Event on Sunday, April 25th 1-4pm at Glenbrook Square Mall

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Fun in the Sun #3- Science Central

This episode we speak with Megan Price, Science Central, School & Public Program Manager. She shares with us the supports and programs available at Science Central for those on the autism spectrum.

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Special Education Series- #1 Where to begin?

Our first of multiple interviews with Nicole Hicks- Program Specialist at IN*SOURCE. She’s going to help us better understand your child’s rights under Article 7- Indiana’s Special Education Law.

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Fun in the Sun #2 Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo

On this episode we speak with Andria Schmitz the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, Education Curator about year-round adaptive supports, services and summer activities are available at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo for those affected by autism.

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