Taking Authority Over Autism
They call Sheletta Minnesota’s Autism Mom, not just because she has three kids on the spectrum, but because she’s an advocate for parents who have children with special needs. Each week, the best-selling author shares strategies for success on everything from finding scholarships to safety tips.
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Episodes
Saturday Dec 24, 2022
Saturday Dec 24, 2022
Sheletta is joined by Niila Hebert who talks about the importance of teaching kids how to give back and make a difference in their community, even if they have special needs.
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Sheletta talks to her friends from the Autism Society of Minnesota about their upcoming sensory friendly vaccine clinics.
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
Saturday Dec 03, 2022
The most diverse group of Santas EVER is coming to Mall of America and Sheletta talks to Santa Larry about how they're trained to help special needs kids feel special when they come to sit on Santa's lap.
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Sheletta chats with the new Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara who, like her, has a child with autism spectrum disorders.
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Sheletta checks in with Brett Edelson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare to see how families who have kids with special needs received their sensory friendly suite at Target Field.
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Have you ever heard for the VELA Foundation? Well, Sheletta talks to the president of that organization because they have grants to help autism advocates out there to fund educational programs for kids with special needs...
Wednesday Nov 02, 2022
Wednesday Nov 02, 2022
The Autism Society of Minnesota hosts their annual jigsaw puzzle competition for kids and adults with autism at Mall of America.
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
The way to make sure your child is properly diagnosed with autism, if they show symptoms, is to find a good pediatrician who is not only knowledgeable but who also cares!
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Sheletta chats with her friends at the Minnesota Zoo about their Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular and how kids with sensory issues will enjoy this special non-spooky event for Halloween.
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Sheletta chats with Jana Smith from Family Achievement Center Foundation about their upcoming gala that raises funds so the non-profit organization can help families in need...