In this episode, we welcome back Karen Kassow, a writer, certified master life coach, and founder of AI-Powered Homeschool.
As a neurodivergent parent raising two autistic children, Karen shares her journey and dedicated advocacy within the neurodivergent community.
She discusses the challenges faced by families in navigating special education services, especially with the potential removal of crucial programs like the family-paid caregiving waiver. Karen emphasizes the importance of making educated voting choices to support these programs and shares the heartbreaking stories of families that rely on them.
Karen talks about homeschooling as a viable, flexible alternative for neurodivergent families, offering various strategies and resources that cater to the unique needs of these children.
Listeners are encouraged to get involved in local disability resources and make their voices heard to enact change and support for families in similar situations.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:40 Meet Karen Caso: Life Coach and Advocate
01:57 Challenges in the Neurodivergent Community
02:29 The Importance of Educated Voting
09:31 Homeschooling for Neurodivergent Kids
16:18 Flexibility and Support in Homeschooling
19:34 Homeschooling Standards and Regulations
20:59 Idaho Homeschooling Regulations
21:47 Standardized Testing Concerns
24:43 Personal Homeschooling Experiences
26:09 Flexibility in Homeschooling
28:37 Challenges in Public Schooling
32:00 Homeschooling Resources and Support
35:16 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Connect with Karen:
Website: https://www.karenkossow.com/
Join the Neurodivergent Parenting Community: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.com/membership
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