Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Video blog: when lawsuits are a last resort for Moms...




Getting services for children with autism is still a problem for too many moms. Had a nice lunchtime visit with one Mom, where the topic came up, as seen in the video segment below. It should not come to having to sue a school district to get services but that is the case for some mothers. Hopefully there are better avenues to resolve problems before they get that far. One thing struck me in making this video. Tyler Cowen's book on "the autistic economy" asserts that the digital era has opened up bold new opportunities for persons with autism. But what if kids or adults with autism do not have much interest in computers or digital technology?

On another note, this mom did negotiate a super discount on a Walmart display video camera - 20% and no more the manager said firmly. But she kept smiling and asking and he caved for over 30%. I got a snippet of the moment on film. She was impressive!


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