Episode 25 - Pathways for Musical Talent - Aspy Jones is an autistic musician, songwriter and member of the sibling band Favourite Kid. He has joined us to share his own experience as an autistic musician and answer the many incredible questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autism ADHD group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479 The questions are: - I recognise my child excels at guitar. I am not musical at all, so how can I best support him to...

Episode 24 - Post High School for Teens with Intellectual Disability - Kathy Harris founded CampusLife to fill the gap she saw when her own son was finishing high school. Kathy shares her own experiences and answers the questions that have come in from the Postive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479 The questions Kathy answers are: - What education options are there post high school, to help my child continuing learning? - If my...

Episode 23 - NDIS Updates - Kate Read from Inspires&Co joins us to share her insights to the NDIS Updates. In March 2024, the Australian Gov't introduced changes to the NDIS Act 2013 through the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No 1) Bill 2024, based on key recommendations of the NDIS review, to make the NDIS better for participants. The Bill passed the Australian Parliament on August 22, 2024. Kate Read shares her insights on what we...

Episode 22 - Child Safety - Valli Slater is the founder of the charity Sacred Justice and is joinging us to share her lived experience with her daughter who is non-speaking autistic and sexual abuse. Her research post sexual abuse is what led her to begin Sacred Justice. Valli also all of the questions that have come through from the Positive Action Autism ADHD group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/share/szLTvw5uNXi4sR1r/ The questions are: - What should I look for in an STA...

Episode 21 - Planning for Peace of Mind - Manny Mezzasalma founder of EJM Advice joins us to offer his advice and answer the questions that have come through from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479 on the topic of Planning for Peace of Mind. Manny answers the following questions: - What does the process look like for getting this security in place for my child? - What if I'm struggling to secure my own future, how can I plan...

Episode 20 - Physiotherapy - Kristy Petrie from Adaptability Therapy joins us answer all of the questions that have come through the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479 on the topic of Physiotherapy. Kristy answers the following questions: - What does the role of Physiotherapy play in supporting people with Autism and ADHD? - What are the early signs that indicate we should see a paediatic physio? - What reports and inclusions...

Episode 19 - Independent Living - Jarrad Hills, founder of Ability Homes Australia joins us to share his lived experience with his sister who has level 3 Autism and why he started Ability Homes Australia. Jarrad also answers all of the questions that have come through from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ - What are some independent living options you see for autistic young adults? - What are the first steps we need to take...

Episode 18 - Pathways to Higher Education - Will Wheeler, founder of Neurodiversity Academy answers all of our questions from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ on the topic of Pathways to Higher Education. The questions are: - What are some of the pathways that you see, post secondary school that we may not be aware of? - My child is really struggling with secondary school, are there any alternative options that we can start...

Episode 17 - Mum & Son Success Story - Aimee and Tyler Maynard share their experience with receiving the diagnosis, navigating school refusal, alternative pathways to education, offer tips to help other children be successful and celebrate Tyler's recent success as he embarks on university, studying to be a lawyer. Questions that have come through from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ are: - When did Tyler first...

Episode 16 - Autistic Thriving - Alexandra Johnston shares her own lived experience as a late diagnosed autistic woman at the age of 49, which led her to a PhD and is now a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Autism Centre for Excellence, Griffith University. Alexandra answers the following questions that have come in from the Postive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ - I am concerned my child is never going to recover from the trauma of...

Episode 15 - Time Management for Parents Zoe Martin, author of Making Peace with Autism joins us to answer all of our questions from the Postitive Action Autism ADHD Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ on the topic of Time Management for Parents. In this conversation, Zoe sheds some light on: - Help to get out the door - Getting and staying organised - Coordinating commitments - Being kind to ourselves and saying no - Time management apps Links...

Episode 14 - Employment - Part 4 - Benefits of Neurodiversity in the Workplace Jonathan Laloz, author of "Think Different, Win Big" joins me to talk about the benefits that neurodivergent employees bring to the workplace. Jonathan discusses: - Increased productivity - Customer satisfaction - Efficiency - Identify strengths - Interview process - What employers can do to support neurodivergent employees to be most success in the work that they do Links from the episode: Self...

Episode 13 - Employment - Part 3 - Provider Spotlight - Jade Burgmann joins me to share how Wheelnutz Garage is giving neurodivergent people opporunities to develop skills around their interest in cars. Jade shares what makes their programs unique and effective at achieving goals and providing pathways to employment. Links from the show: www.wheelnutzgarage.com PAAA Pod is brought to you by Nature Moves www.naturemoves.com.au

Episode 12 - Employment - Part 2 - Chaz Handy does a deep on SELS for the Positive Action Autsm ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ I am joined by Chaz Handy from Care Squared Futures to deep dive into SLES - School Leaver Employment Supports. Chaz offers insights around: - What age can teenagers start to apply for SLES funding? - What does the application process look like? - What does day 1 with a SLES provider look like? - What do teenagers /...

Episode 11 - Employment We are joined by Lesh Prasad from AimBig Employment to answer all of the questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autsim ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ on the topic of Employment What does the work placement process look like? What are some of the first steps I can take to help my teenager find a job? What part-time employment options are available for ND kids in high school or uni? What does the transition...

Episode 10 our guest Vivienne Williams from Kids Matters Occupational Therapy answers all of our questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook. Vivienne Williams has been practicing children's Occupational Therapy for 25 years and she answers the following questions: - What is an Occupational Therapists role in supporting autistic kids? - What are the questions I want to ask, to ensure my child is getting the most out of their OT? - What if my child...

Episode 9 we are joined by Kate Read from Inspires & Co, Support Coordination to offer tips and answer the questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ on the topic of Services Available Under NDIS. Links from this conversation: The Brain Train – Sensormotor Program Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne https://thebraintrainco.com/ Autism Adventures – Brisbane &...

Episode 8 Our guest Aimee Maynard from Family First Connection joins us to answer the questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook on the topic of Transition from ECEI (Early Childhood Early Intervention) to Full Scheme NDIS https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ The questions are: - When do I need to start preparing for this transition? - What happens during this transition? - How can I make sure not to lose my child's funding during...

Jessica Shen joins us from the Centre for Positive Behaviour Support to answer our questions on Behaviour Support. The questions that have come in from the Postive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ are: - My child's behaviour is out of control. What are the first steps to take to seek help? - My child saves his challenging behaviours for when he gets home from school, any tips for supporting him with this? - How do I know when to hold...

We are joined by Dr Michelle Garnett from Attwood and Garnett Events to answer questions from our Positive Action Autism ADHD Group on Facebook, on the topic of Dating and Relationships. The questions are: - I am worried about my child’s safely in the dating world. Any advice for both her and myself? - Can you share some examples of what healthy relationships look like for young adults on the Autism Spectrum? - What are the first steps to take, when your child expresses an interest in...

Chrissy Holly answers questions that have come in from the Positive Action Autism ADHD Face Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/900624195016479/ on the topic of Inclusive Education. Chrissy is a passionate Autism warrior mum committed to creating better collaboration about inclusive education. Chrissy recently finished her PhD, focusing on collaboration required for effective inclusive education. In this episode, Chrissy talks about: What parents can look for and the questions to ask...

This episode breaks down the often confusing world of NDIS funding with advice on how your plan can be managed. Pippa Alexander and Justine Hall from Plan Tracker—Plan Management bring their wealth of knowledge and experience to offer some excellent ways to approach your funding management. In this episode, Pippa and Justine answer the following questions from the Facebook group: - How can I tell if my child has funding for a particular activity? - For self-managers, when they say Core...

Episode 3 features Tony Attwood, one of the world's leading experts on Autism, discussing strategies for parents on various topics. PAAA Pod is brought to you by Nature Moves School Holiday Camps for Autistic Kids

This episode of PAAA Pod addresses the topic of Self Compassion and features award-winning researchers Dr Chris Edwards and Dr Ru Ying Cai. PAAA Pod is brought to you by Nature Moves School Holiday Camps for Autistic Kids