About this episode
This is my Annual Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month Episode. I have a 22-year-old son with autism. In honor of his graduation in May 2025, the topic of this episode is the Transition to Adult Services. We knew this day would happen. Find out how we prepared. To read the full show notes, visit https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast. A number of people outside of the pharmacy profession listen to my annual autism episode. This is my opportunity to pass on my personal experience to them and for you to learn more about my life. Thank you to everyone who has been part of Kraig's life and helped us raise him. We are grateful beyond words for your help and support. If you have an adult child with autism who is age 22 or older in Ohio or in the United States, I would love to know what you have done that has worked for you. Please feel free to message me through the contact form on my website, https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/ 8 general topics covered Deferred graduation Guardianship Medicaid Supplemental Security Income (SSI) County Board of DD (Transition Specialist) OOD - Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities Healthcare changes from pediatrics to adult providers (eye doctor, dentist, primary care, etc) Legacy planning 9 comparisons between K-12 (school) and adult services IEPs and ISPs Motivation Behavior Home Transportation Teachers Physical activity Speech therapy and communication Occupational Therapy and activities of daily living Check out the other episodes in this series: Episode 273 - April 2024: Solo show https://bit.ly/4aOky6o Episode 213 - April 2023: Solo show https://bit.ly/3Ai0EAv Episode 147 - April 2022: Solo show https://bit.ly/3LHcA2E Episode 146 - April 2022: Interview with Dr. Christina Madison https://bit.ly/3L8Znzt Host Background Kim Newlove is an Ohio pharmacist. She graduated from The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy with her BS Pharm in 2001. She has experience in hospital, retail, compounding, and behavioral health. She's not in clinical practice anymore. She is a full-time caregiver for her adult son with autism (Kraig) and a part-time podcast host, author, voice actor (think medical narration and audiobooks), coach, and consultant. Learn more about her services and happy clients on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnewlove
