Taking Authority Over Autism

Have you ever heard for the VELA Foundation? Well, Sheletta talks to the president of that organization because they have grants to help autism advocates out there to fund educational programs for kids with special needs...

The Autism Society of Minnesota hosts their annual jigsaw puzzle competition for kids and adults with autism at Mall of America.

The way to make sure your child is properly diagnosed with autism, if they show symptoms, is to find a good pediatrician who is not only knowledgeable but who also cares!

Sheletta chats with her friends at the Minnesota Zoo about their Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular and how kids with sensory issues will enjoy this special non-spooky event for Halloween.

Sheletta chats with Jana Smith from Family Achievement Center Foundation about their upcoming gala that raises funds so the non-profit organization can help families in need...

Sheletta wants to make sure her fellow autism moms and dads make informed decisions before voting this election season, so she's partnering with AARP Minnesota to host a caregiver information workshop online...

Sheletta talks to the founders of the Canteen Fund about why they started the charity to help families who have kids with special needs.

When the mother of one of the shooting victims put out a call for children's books, Sheletta sent a case of her autism book Brandon Spots His Sign and called Zenetta Everhardt to be on her show.

Sheletta didn't realize for three years that her son Daniel qualified for a disability waiver that paid for everything from a PCA to safety equipment for her home. She talks to her friends from Accra Home Care about how to manage the system to get the support you need for your special needs child.