S1_Ep-9: Navigating Special Needs Adulthood: Guardianship, Medical Battles & Hope - Specialness Pod
Description
"When your special needs child becomes an adult, everything changes—but not in the way you expect."
In this episode ofSpecialness, we’re reflecting on the last five years of Cason’s life—from turning 18 to where he is today at 23. Adulthood brought new challenges we never saw coming, from securing guardianship to transitioning into adult medical care. We’re sharing the realities of what happens when the system no longer sees your child as a child—and why the fight never really ends.
💡In this episode:
✔️ The emotional & legal battles of transitioning into adulthood
✔️ The struggle to find proper medical care after aging out of pediatrics
✔️ How we found hope and a new community in the process
✨ This episode is for any parent wondering what happens after 18—because the truth is, it’s just the beginning.
📺 Watch now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts!
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