Resources
Helpful Links
Here are some websites, books, podcasts, etc. for parents, educators, and caregivers who have children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and other neurodevelopmental differences:
Additudemag.com- one of our favorite ADD information websites. Free webinars, articles and blogs on what it is like to have children or be an adult with ADD.
Fact sheets, articles, videos and more can be found on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/developmentaldisabilities/index.html
Published by the non-profit Eden II, here are the top 10 autism websites recommended by parents https://eden2.org/top-10-autism-websites-recommended-by-parents
The mission of the organization Understood is to serve families of kids who learn and think differently. They point out that 1 in 5 children in the U.S. is experiencing neurovariation like dyslexia, ADHD, ASD, etc. www.understood.org
Hope for Three provides resources and referrals to support families living with autism. Financial aid is limited to residents of Ft. Bend County, Texas. www.hopeforthree.org
Jennifer West, founder
Why did I start Parent Hearts? Years ago when we were told our twins had PDD-NOS, we didn’t know what to do. My husband was working internationally, and I was doing my best to parent twins who at the time were non-verbal and out of control. I quickly experienced overwhelm, fear and social rejection- I didn’t know what to do.
All of these circumstances would have stopped me if I had not found strength and encouragement through the connections I made with other families going through similar situations. Making these connections and hearing other parents’ stories changed everything for the better. When I was struggling and didn’t know what to do, I knew who to reach out to. Often times there wasn’t an answer but there was a connection with someone who could relate, who cared, who listened, who encouraged and supported me on the journey to be the best parent for my children.
Parent Hearts is here to say, “Our heart goes out to your heart, and you are not alone.” I hope you find connection, encouragement and inspiration for your parenting journey here at Parent Hearts.