The Unfinished Idea

Building ADHD Support Communities: Claire's Journey from Diagnosis to Advocacy


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I’m joined by Claire from All Aboard ADHD, and it’s one of those conversations that feels like sitting down with a friend who just gets it. Claire shares how a simple moment at the school gate—just looking for connection—grew into something much bigger: a community of parents navigating life with ADHD. What started locally has become a powerful space of support, encouragement, and shared understanding.


As we talk, Claire opens up about what it’s like raising a child with ADHD, the unexpected turns of figuring it out as you go, and how that process led her to recognise her own neurodivergence. Her story is honest, deeply relatable, and full of those “oh wow, that’s me” moments. And I’ll be honest—there are a few points where I’m processing her words in real time, and it feels like something is unlocking in my own brain. It’s that powerful.


Claire brings so much passion and heart to the conversation—especially around helping others understand their brains and not feel so alone. Whether you’re just starting to explore ADHD in your family, or you’ve been walking this road for a while, there’s something in this episode that will speak to you.


We cover everything from building community, making sense of your own neurodivergent experience, and finding ways to create connection and support when the world can feel a bit too much.


I hope this episode reminds you that there’s a place for you—that you don’t have to navigate this alone, and that finding your people really does change everything.


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