Autism Odyssey
Autism Odyssey
Podcast Description
Created with the warmth of a fireside chat, this podcast offers a gentle, blame-free space for exploring autism awareness and understanding. Betsy candidly shares her personal evolution from previously held misconceptions about her son's capabilities to discovering his full awareness, intelligence, and personality. Rather than dwelling on past regrets, she focuses on present opportunities for growth and change, offering practical guidance and support to other caregivers of autistic individuals.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers on themes of autism awareness, caregiver support, and family dynamics, featuring episodes that cover topics like friendship building among mothers of autistic children, housing options for adults with disabilities, perspectives from siblings of autistic individuals, and the transformative connections formed through caregiving
Created with the warmth of a fireside chat, this podcast offers a gentle, blame-free space for exploring autism awareness and understanding. Betsy candidly shares her personal evolution from previously held misconceptions about her son’s capabilities to discovering his full awareness, intelligence, and personality. Rather than dwelling on past regrets, she focuses on present opportunities for growth and change, offering practical guidance and support to other caregivers of autistic individuals.
Betsy Hicks-Russ and April Katz discuss the importance of movement and outdoor activities for individuals of all abilities, particularly those with autism. They explore creative approaches to engaging children in sports like cycling, pickleball and hiking, emphasizing the significance of midline crossing and the benefits of weighted vests during physical activities. April shares insights from her work with the Airow Project, a nonprofit focused on adaptive recreation, and encourages parents to seek community support and resources for their children. The discussion highlights the joy of movement, the need for inclusive opportunities, and the power of friendship in advocacy.
Coach April Katzhttps://www.theairowproject.org
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Betsy Hicks Russhttps://betsyonthego.com
https://AutismOdyssey.org
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Spotify/Apple – Autism Odyssey
Takeaways
- Midline crossing is crucial for physical coordination.
- Pickleball can be adapted for individuals with disabilities.
- Movement is essential for learning and development.
- Outdoor activities provide sensory feedback and engagement.
- Weighted vests can enhance hiking experiences.
- Community support is vital for adaptive recreation.
- Parents should not apologize for their child’s behavior.
- The Arrow Project aims to create inclusive opportunities.
- Adventure caregivers can make a significant impact.
- Every child has unique challenges that require understanding.
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