Today's video does not include a cardmaking tutorial. Today's video is an interview style video offering tips on crafting with loved ones on the autism spectrum. Don't worry. I'll be back to making cards this week but I wanted to take some time out in April to bring awareness to crafting and autism.
MY SPECIAL GUEST & WHERE YOU CAN FIND HER
Mandy Keckler is a friend and a co-worker of mine. She has 20+ years experience as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and she was kind enough to volunteer her time to go through the Robot Buddies card kit with me to offer a different perspective on ways to make crafting with a kit even easier for children/ loved ones who are autistic.
Mandy is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist at Behaviorworx Center for Autism & Behavior. Go to www.behaviorworxofsouthwesternpa.com to learn more about the Mandy and the center.
NEAR & DEAR TO MY HEART
For Autism Awareness Month (in April) I like to talk a little bit about my personal experience crafting with Connor, my son, and all of the things we've learned over the years (and continue to learn) with art & crafts. While autism and parenting is gigantic and complex topic I am narrowing our talk to crafting but it also relates to my business.
I know this video may not be for everyone but I encourage you to watch if you'd like to learn a little more about this topic and ways that you can help. I also welcome your comments or questions.
DISCLAIMER
This is not intended to be medical advice. Always consult your child's family/ legal guardians/ specialists for what is best for them. This video was created with the intention of bringing awareness to the topic of autism and crafting and offering possible tips, but every child/ person on the Autism Spectrum is different. Use your judgment and seek advice from your medical experts/ specialists. I am speaking from personal experience as a Mom.
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This isn't something I say everyday but if you know someone who might enjoy these tips or this topic please share it with them. This is how we get the word out if sharing is something you are comfortable doing.
FREE DOWNLOAD
You can download the tip slides here:
My heartfelt thanks to Mandy for volunteering her time to provide such valuable tips! You make a difference everyday! Thank you!
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