Piece by Piece Autism Podcast

Autism Parent Journey with Sharisa Lewis - From Early Intervention to Adulthood

Christi Jensen & Angie Matheney

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In this episode, we sit down with Sharisa Lewis, Dylan’s mom, to hear her perspective on raising a child on the autism spectrum and navigating the journey from early intervention to adulthood.

Dylan, a good friend of Alec’s, is a fun, creative, and project-loving young man, and Sharisa shares what it has looked like to support him every step of the way. From receiving his official autism diagnosis at age five to starting early intervention at just two years old, her story highlights the importance of getting support early and staying the course through each stage of development.

In addition, Sharisa brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to autism services and government waivers, and we touch on how important these supports can be for families planning for the future. We’re already looking forward to having her back for a deeper dive into this topic.

Most of all, this episode is a reminder of how valuable it is to hear from other autism parents—sharing experiences, learning from one another, and realizing you’re not alone on this journey.

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