Videos and Podcasts
On the Autism Spectrum: Families Find Help and Hope
On the Autism Spectrum: Families Find Help and Hope," is a series of five short films that raise awareness and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and services available to Minnesota families within the following communities: African American, Hmong, Latino, Native American, and Somali.
The films provide support, encouragement, and direction for families experiencing ASD within communities that have historically underutilized available resources. Each 15-20 minute film features interviews with parents, advocates, medical professionals, educators, and community leaders speaking in the language of the target community with available subtitles in English.
Additional Video Resources
View the Child Care Aware of MN TELL Talk Creating Inclusive Environments for Children with Autism. This TELL Talk shared an introduction to autism in Minnesota, online resources, addressing concerns with families, as well as several services, supports and strategies to create inclusive child care settings.
A conversation between an autistic adult and a parent of an autistic child in the Hmong community. They discuss stigma, support, and the importance of their unique cultural lens on discussions about disability.
In this video, you will learn about the in-demand field of Behavioral Health Careers in MN. The video highlights several Behavior Therapists sharing what they love most about working in this rewarding career field. Explore the vast opportunities this career field has to offer and start your journey today!
This video depicts effective communication strategies for primary care providers, pediatricians and care coordinators to utilize with families throughout the screening process. Developing a partnership with families during routine well-child visits is critical to ensure early and accurate identification for further assessment. There are also suggestions for ways the family can help to support their child’s healthy development between screenings. Recommendations for referral and follow up are also included.
Podcasts
FraserCast E15 - Minnesota DHS Autism Resources: Through a collaboration of several state agencies, the Minnesota Department of Human Services put together a valuable website for parents and caregivers who have children with autism: the Minnesota Autism Resource Portal.
The MN Autism Resource Portal Team recorded two podcasts for the Center for Inclusive Child Care: Inclusion Matters, Podcast. Part 1 provides an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and some early signs to watch for as parents and professionals care for young children. Part 2 highlights the MN Autism Resource Portal and the resources it provides to professionals and parents.
The Center for Inclusive Childcare Inclusion Matters Podcast, Autism Diagnosis: One Family’s Experience allows us to hear a unique perspective from a parent as she looks back over her family’s journey through a diagnosis of autism. Each path is unique in this process, and we are able to hear the ups and downs from her individual perspective and learn what is working for her child, based on his needs.