Taking Authority Over Autism
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Special needs kids have a special place to play sports
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Sheletta wanted to sign her boys up for football but didn't because their autism prevents them from being able to safely play the game they love. That all changed when she met Bill Halter from Hope Field House, an organization that has sports for kids with autism.
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Sheletta organizes community meeting with police
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Wednesday Jan 29, 2020
Sheletta is worried that if her two young black sons with autism encounter police, it could lead to deadly consequences. Daniel has limited verbal skills and Brandon struggles with simple commands. She's organized a community conversation with Dakota County Sheriff's Department and the Minnesota Vikings to talk about diversity in community policing.
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