When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors

Sheletta chats with Metropolitan Council-member Reva Chamblis about how her advocacy work helped to get a new Metro Transit ride-share program in Brooklyn Park.  Metro Transit - Micro

Sheletta is thinking about getting pregnant again just so she can have a baby in the newly upgraded Texas Children's Pavillion for Women where she gave birth to her son Brandon 13 years ago. She chats with the folks at the birthing center about what this $200 million expansions means for moms. Texas Children's Pavilion for Women Completes Transformational Expansion, Enhancing Care for High-Risk Mothers and Babies | Texas Children's

If you've taken time off from work to take care of your autistic child, and now you're ready to go back to work but don't know where to begin, start with Twin Cities Rise. Twin Cities R!SE: Free Career Training Programs in Minnesota

As gas prices rise and paychecks remain steady, there is no shame in asking for help. Second Harvest Heartland not only provides food to thousands of Minnesotans every day but also provides a purpose for its volunteers. If you're looking for a place to donate your time, talent and resources, they have opportunities for you to serve others in need.  Second Harvest Heartland | Local Minnesota, Wisconsin food bank | 2harvest.org

A new Lutheran Social Service community hub brings together housing, early childhood education and comprehensive support services for children, youth and young families in Saint Paul. LSS celebrates the grand opening of the Center for Changing Lives - University | Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

If you have an adult child with a disability and you're looking for your tribe, Family Voices of Minnesota has a support group for that. Parents of Adult Children Group - Family Voices of Minnesota

Minnesota Department of Human Services held listening sessions to hear from Minnesotans about their EIDBI services. What did people have to say? How did the state agency response? Sheletta finds out on the latest episode of her autism podcast. 

On a ride around St. Paul with her kids, Sheletta noticed many amazing murals on buildings. When she went looking for the artist, she found something even better: The Creative Enterprise Zone, which features some artists who are on the spectrum.  Chroma Zone Mural & Art Festival

 Do you have a child who is newly diagnosed with autism and you're not sure where to start looking for resources and services? Look no further than Caravel Autism Health so your child can have a better outcome and a happier life. Comprehensive Autism Therapy | Caravel Autism Health

The start of school is not only a busy time for most parents, but it's especially worrying for moms and dads who have kids on the spectrum who wander. Changes in schedules and transitions can make them more prone to eloping. How can we keep them safe? Sheletta may have found the answer from an angel. Assistive Technology for Autism & Special Needs - Order Now!